NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Tiffin Bus Recalls & Complaints
The 2018 Tiffin Bus has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Tiffin dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Tiffin Bus. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2018 Tiffin Bus owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Tiffin Bus, describing incidents dated April 16, 2018.
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ODI #11138853 · Filed
WHEN YOU SELECT REVERSE ON THE DRIVE PANEL, THE REAR VIEW CAMERA DOES NOT COME ON. THE REAR VIEW CAMERA DOES NOT COME ON WITH IGNITION KEY TURNED ON. THE REAR VIEW CAMERA ONLY COMES ON WHEN THE RADIO SWITCH ON ON. NOTE THE REAR VIEW CAMERA DISPLAY IS SEPERATE FROM THE RADIO DISPLAY. REAR DISPLAY IS…
High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
NHTSA #21V306000 · Fuel System, Diesel — Fuel Injection System — Fuel Rail · NHTSA notice
Reported April 30, 2021 · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Potentially affected: 3,198 vehicles
Repair completion: 83.7% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Tiffin campaign TIF-116 · Owners notified August 11, 2021
Defect description
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Bus and Phaeton vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Safety consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Tiffin will work with Cummins to inspect the rail threads , and replace the rail and fuel lines if damage is found, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2021. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
A/C Wiring may Overheat
NHTSA #19V228000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice
Reported March 22, 2019 · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Potentially affected: 2,289 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.8% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Tiffin campaign TIFF-111 · Owners notified April 15, 2019 · Vehicles built April 19, 2017 – March 13, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Phaeton, Allegro Bus, and Zephyr motorhomes. The alternating current electrical wires may have been improperly secured in the Energy Management Module, causing increased electrical resistance.
Safety consequence
The additional resistance can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Alternating Current Relay Board and make sure the wires are properly secured, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIFF-111.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Entry Door May open While Moving
NHTSA #18V341000 · Structure — Body — Door · NHTSA notice
Reported May 25, 2018 · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,223 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.04% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Tiffin campaign TIF-110 · Owners notified June 18, 2018 · Vehicles built January 2, 2018 – May 15, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Tiffin Allegro RED, Allegro Open Road, Breeze, Bus, Phaeton, and Zephyr motorhomes. The entry door on these vehicles may have been improperly assembled, allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving.
Safety consequence
If the door comes open while the motorhome is moving, there is an increased risk of injury to the motorhome occupants.
Manufacturer remedy
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the door lock mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIF-110.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V841000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported December 22, 2017 · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Potentially affected: 36,005 vehicles
Repair completion: 15.86% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified February 5, 2018 · Vehicles built January 1, 2003 – November 30, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2009-2018 Allegro and Allegro RED, Bus and Phaeton vehicles, 2009-2010 Bay vehicles, 2011-2018 Breeze vehicles, and 2009-2015, and 2017-2018 Zephyr vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Tiffin will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Owners may also contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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