- The problem
- 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
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2014 Tiffin Phaeton Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (3) and the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in December 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2013 has 0 and the 2015 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Phaeton year, for its age
#309 most complained-about 2014 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2014 Tiffin Phaeton problems
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2014 Tiffin Phaeton recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Tiffin Motorhomes (Tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 motorhomes manufactured May 1, 2007, to December 31, 2014, equipped with certain Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may become unstable.
- The risk
- Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies and the Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket will be installed on the trip step assemblies. The recall began on Ferbuary 10, 2016. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-537-8900.
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3 complaints about the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Vehicle is 5 yrs old with about 16000 miles. While driving on interstate wife noticed a smell coming from the rear. We thought it was engine cleaner burning off from an oil leak repaired a few days prior by cummins. Smell got stronger so pulled into truck stop and found a huge diesel fuel leak on the passenger side of the engine. We had a steady stream behind us from pulling in not the occasional drop here and there. Afterwards we estimated that we lost about 10 gallons in 30 miles. The cause was a broken #4 fuel...
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injector line between the common rail and the block at the ferrule against the block. The new part has an additional support between the two connections to keep it from flexing and cracking so it must be a known issue as cummins has changed the design of the part. The cummins repair facility also said it was a fairly common issue they see. The entire side of the engine and exhaust was dripping with fuel. If there had been a regen going on it likely would have caused a fire due to the high temp and the fact that that part of the exhaust was soaked in fuel.My understanding is that they have a similar issue with the # 6 line since it has a revision to a midpoint support bracket as well and any rv forum will have reports of that failure as well.*Dt consumer stated fuel leaks are a known issue. Consumer did not contact manufacturer. *Jb
Pulled into campground then stopped and got out to register. Diesel fuel leaking, toad covered with diesel fuel and much smoke. #4 Fuel injector tube had crack in it---no damper isolator installed to dampen vibration. New tube had isolator ring to bolt down.
Cummins fuel filter ff 63009 date code 14200, appeared to have failed, leaking fuel onto the exhaust pipe as well as stalling the motor home at the crest of a small mountain.Leaking fuel did not cause a fire but did smoke. If engine had been in regen mode there could have been a fire....Contact with cummins revealed that they have had some of these filters fail with no apparent visual defects but did show under pressure. *Tr
Tiffin Phaeton: every year compared
All Phaeton years2014 Tiffin Phaeton vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Tiffin Phaeton | 3 | 2 | A | |
| 2014 Tiffin Allegro | 2 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Tiffin Allegro Red | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Tiffin Allegro Bus | 1 | 2 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton
Does the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton: equipment (December 2017); recreational vehicle / trailer (December 2015). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (3), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 4, 2014 and the latest on April 16, 2019. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 77 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Tiffin Phaeton year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Tiffin Phaeton years have the most complaints?
2008 (6), 2022 (6), 2011 (4). See every Tiffin Phaeton year compared.
What should I do if my 2014 Tiffin Phaeton has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data