The problem
Tiffin is recalling 329 my 2008-2009 allegro buses. The rear axle abs modulating valve have the potential to be wired incorrectly. The right and left modulator valve harness pin could possibly be reversed at the abs electronic control unit (ecu) connector.
The risk
Under slippery road conditions, when in the abs mode, this wiring problem has the potential to cause one side of the rear wheels to lock while causing little or no braking effort on the opposite side. This may result in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will remove the reversed pins from the ecu connector and insert them back into their correct position free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact tiffin at 256-356-8661.
Contacts
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Tiffin dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 09V127000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.