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2019 Tiffin Phaeton problems

The most common problem on the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton is body and structure. It has 2.0 times the complaints of a typical Phaeton model year.

Typical year2.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
4
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
6
Worst area
Body

The worst 2019 Tiffin Phaeton problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Problems by type

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  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 4

Seat belts: rear/other: anchorageReported November 5, 2021 · 10,409 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Allegro Breeze, Allegro Red, Allegro, Allegro Bus, Phaeton, and 2018-2021 Zephyr recreational vehicles. The sofa seat belts may not have been installed correctly, which could result in unsecured passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk
Unsecured passengers have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1‑256‑356‑8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIF-118.

Recall number 21V680000 · Recall details

Fuel system, diesel: fuel injection system: fuel railReported April 30, 2021 · 3,198 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Bus and Phaeton vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Tiffin will work with Cummins to inspect the rail threads , and replace the rail and fuel lines if damage is found, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2021. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1‑256‑356‑8661.

Recall number 21V306000 · Recall details

Electrical systemReported March 22, 2019 · 2,289 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Phaeton, Allegro Bus, and Zephyr motorhomes. The alternating current electrical wires may have been improperly secured in the Energy Management Module, causing increased electrical resistance.
Risk
The additional resistance can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Alternating Current Relay Board and make sure the wires are properly secured, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1‑256‑356‑8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIFF-111.

Recall number 19V228000 · Recall details

Structure: body: doorReported May 25, 2018 · 1,223 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Tiffin Allegro RED, Allegro Open Road, Breeze, Bus, Phaeton, and Zephyr motorhomes. The entry door on these vehicles may have been improperly assembled, allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving.
Risk
If the door comes open while the motorhome is moving, there is an increased risk of injury to the motorhome occupants.
Remedy
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the door lock mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1‑256‑356‑8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is TIF-110.

Recall number 18V341000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton 6

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2019 Tiffin Phaeton owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 20, 2026 · Body · AZ

While driving on the interstae the cargo door skin blew off. The door is approximately 48' x 28" this could have gone thru a windsheild and caused a fatal acident. This has been knowed that tiffin used defective glue in 2019' but they have not made a recall, they have corrected several other vehicles but not all of them manufactured with the defective glue. This should be a recall. There was no warning or anything visible to us before driving on the road.

Filed Oct 11, 2023 · SC

I recently experienced a failure of the Dash A/C on the ref RV. After calling Freightliner, Savannah to find our if they serviced Dash A/C’s, which they informed me they did, I decided to have it inspected locally to rule out a quick fix like recharge the refrigerant. The Mobile RV Mechanic, whom I have used several times previously and is very competent, troubleshot the system and found that the A/C compressor was not engaging. He then found that there was only .2V to the compressor clutch plug. Suspecting the PDM, he called Freightliner Tech services to determine the location of the PDM on this model. They informed him that there was a recall, FL917A, on this VIN that might well be the root of the problem. I was never informed of the recall, either by mail or during the two previous times I have had the RV into Freightliner, Savannah for other recall service or when I called to ask about Dash A/C service. I confirmed my registration with Freightliner for the Referenced VIN. The Subj recall states that if work has been performed prior to receiving the recall, Freightliner will reimburse the owner of that work. Freightliner has refused to reimburse me stating that the technican did not repair the failure. When, in fact, the real failure was Freightliner's failure to notify me of the recall and the technican did fix that. Freightliner owes me the $400.00 I paid to find out there was a recall to fix the Dash A/C.

Filed Jul 21, 2021 · Engine · LA

Engine Fault Codes 3364, 3031 & 1761. DEF Head Senor Failed. Derated the engine. Travel speed reduced to 5 MPH. Replacement Part backorder from Tiffin Motorhomes. Limited information when availability.

Filed Jan 27, 2020 · Wheels · 8,800 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns 2019 tiffin phaeton 35bh. The contact was driving at approximately 54 MPH when the tmps indicated that the rear passenger tire pressure was low. Upon stopping the vehicle and investigating, the contact noticed that rear passenger's side valve stem extension inner tire was dislodged. The contact also noticed that the rear driver side stabilizer was also dislodged but no air was lost. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 18v194000 (tires). The contact was informed to email pictures of the failure. The vehicle was taken to velocity truck center-oxnard (2501 camino del sol, oxnard, ca 93030) where the rear driver and passenger side rims were replaced. The contact stated the failure recurred while awaiting a resolution from the manufacturer. The approximate failure mileage was 8,800.

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Questions about the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton

Is the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton reliable?

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton, 2.0 times a typical Phaeton model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).

How many recalls does the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton have?

4 recalls, covering seat belts, fuel system, diesel and electrical system.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Tiffin Phaeton body?

Yes, 1 recall: 18V341000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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