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2007-2008 Tiffin Phaeton recall: steering

Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 1, 2008. It covers about 271 vehicles.

vehicles affected
271
reported
Aug 1, 2008

Steering

What is wrong
Tiffin is recalling 271 my 2007-2008 phaeton class a motor homes equipped with freightliner chassis. The aac front axle steering arm bolts with a latch lever pivot bolt assembly may have been over- tightened.
Risk
Over-tightened steering arm bolts may fatigue and fracture increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tiffin is working with freightliner to have the steering arm tie rod fasteners inspected and replaced. The steering arm will be inspected for clearance to the king pin boss. Freightliner is handling the remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 08V393000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V393000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2008 Tiffin Phaeton steering?

Yes. Recall 08V393000, reported on August 1, 2008, covers about 271 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V393000?

Tiffin is working with freightliner to have the steering arm tie rod fasteners inspected and replaced. The steering arm will be inspected for clearance to the king pin boss. Freightliner is handling the remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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