2012 Tiffin Allegro Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Allegro years
- Not enough data 9th of 30 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Tiffin Allegro. That ranks 9th out of 30 Allegro model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 9,546 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Tiffin Allegro problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 25% | 9,546 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | 9,546 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 25% | 2,081 | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 25% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 25% | 9,546 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Tiffin Allegro recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
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
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
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.
Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
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.
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Problem: Tiffin is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2012 allegro motorhomes built on ford f-53 and f-59 stripped chassis. The gear shift cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the gear shift display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected. 
Risk: An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tiffin is working with ford to identify and notify owners of the affected motorhomes. Ford will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the gear shift cable assembly, free of charge. Owners may contact tiffin at 1-256-356-8661 or ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
[xxx]--i was towing a vehicle behind a tiffin motor home. A tow bar attaches the towed vehicle to the motor home tow hitch. The tow bar began to sag while driving on a highway. The tow hitch is welded to a tiffin installed frame, that is welded to the vehicle chassis. The tiffin installed frame…
Shortly after engine start and during or shortly after warm-up, when accelerating from a stop, the engine loses all power. If you hold the accelerator pedal in one position, it will remain at idle. If you pump the accelerator pedal or push to the floor, it will catch up and accelerate. It will not…
Letter from senator feinstein on behalf of constituent who believes a recall and replacement of the plastic fan/blower in recreational vehicles is necessary to protect the public from hazardous conditions; attn: meena visvanathan. *smd the consumer stated the propane furnace produced a rattling…
Extreme amount of sway. Twisty roads have to be under posted speed limit. Freeway travel is affected by wind, semi's and other high profile vehicles. Many times i have been forced off of the road on to the shoulder of the road. Complained to tiffin motors and was told to get a better set of shock…
Other Tiffin Allegro years
← 2011 Allegro · 2013 Allegro →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Allegro | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 Allegro | 5 | 2 |
| 2022 Allegro | 3 | 5 |
| 2021 Allegro | 5 | 5 |
| 2020 Allegro | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 Allegro | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 Allegro | 4 | 3 |
| 2017 Allegro | 3 | 3 |
| 2016 Allegro | 5 | 3 |
| 2015 Allegro | 0 | 5 |
| 2014 Allegro | 2 | 4 |
| 2013 Allegro | 4 | 4 |
| 2012 | 4 | 3 |
| 2011 Allegro | 6 | 8 |
| 2010 Allegro | 3 | 10 |
| 2009 Allegro | 0 | 7 |
| 2008 Allegro | 2 | 7 |
| 2007 Allegro | 2 | 8 |
| 2006 Allegro | 2 | 6 |
| 2005 Allegro | 2 | 7 |
| 2004 Allegro | 1 | 8 |
| 2003 Allegro | 11 | 7 |
| 2002 Allegro | 10 | 5 |
| 2001 Allegro | 10 | 6 |
| 2000 Allegro | 10 | 5 |
| 1999 Allegro | 4 | 4 |
| 1998 Allegro | 4 | 3 |
| 1997 Allegro | 3 | 2 |
| 1996 Allegro | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 Allegro | 4 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Tiffin Allegro?
Owners most often report engine, equipment, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Tiffin Allegro?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Tiffin Allegro a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Allegro model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.