Possible steering loss due to wrong spacer
Defect Summary
Tiffin motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 allegro phaeton and 2015-2016 allegro bus trucks manufactured october 1, 2014 to august 1, 2015, equipped with certain zf rl77 / 80em independent front steering axles equipped with bosch 8018 steering boxes. The boxes were manufactured using incorrect internal spacers that can cause premature wear in the connection between the steering wheel and the front axle.
Safety Consequence
The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering box if necessary, free of charge. Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. The recall began on august 17, 2016. owners may contact tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661.
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FAQ: Recall 16V397000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V397000?
NHTSA recall 16V397000 was issued by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. on June 2, 2016. It addresses: Possible steering loss due to wrong spacer. The recall affects approximately 539 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V397000 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.