Fireplace may ignite exposed wood
Defect Summary
Tiffin motorhomes, inc. (tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 allegro 33aa motorhomes equipped with an electric fireplace. in the affected vehicles, the fireplace may ignite a piece of exposed wood inside the electric fireplace.
Safety Consequence
If the exposed piece of wood ignites, the rest of the motorhome could also catch fire.
Corrective Action
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will install a heat shield to keep heat from the exposed wood, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
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FAQ: Recall 13V638000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V638000?
NHTSA recall 13V638000 was issued by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. on December 19, 2013. It addresses: Fireplace may ignite exposed wood. The recall affects approximately 222 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V638000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.