2014 Tiffin Phaeton Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Phaeton years
- Not enough data 5th of 28 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton. That ranks 5th out of 28 Phaeton model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 16,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Tiffin Phaeton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 100% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 33% | 7,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Tiffin Phaeton recalls (2)
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.
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.
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…
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…
Other Tiffin Phaeton years
← 2013 Phaeton · 2015 Phaeton →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Phaeton | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 Phaeton | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 Phaeton | 1 | 2 |
| 2024 Phaeton | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 Phaeton | 0 | 6 |
| 2022 Phaeton | 6 | 10 |
| 2021 Phaeton | 3 | 7 |
| 2020 Phaeton | 2 | 3 |
| 2019 Phaeton | 4 | 4 |
| 2018 Phaeton | 3 | 5 |
| 2017 Phaeton | 1 | 2 |
| 2016 Phaeton | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Phaeton | 2 | 3 |
| 2014 | 3 | 2 |
| 2013 Phaeton | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 Phaeton | 2 | 7 |
| 2011 Phaeton | 4 | 12 |
| 2010 Phaeton | 3 | 9 |
| 2009 Phaeton | 1 | 8 |
| 2008 Phaeton | 6 | 9 |
| 2007 Phaeton | 1 | 7 |
| 2006 Phaeton | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 Phaeton | 1 | 5 |
| 2004 Phaeton | 1 | 5 |
| 2003 Phaeton | 2 | 3 |
| 2002 Phaeton | 0 | 3 |
| 2001 Phaeton | 1 | 3 |
| 2000 Phaeton | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Phaeton model years, the 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.