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2005 Tiffin Zephyr Recall

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Active Safety 2005 Tiffin Zephyr Recalls (4)

Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 2005 Tiffin Zephyr in Canada.

Ref #2018-046 Campaign : N/D
2018-01-24 1 653 units

Accessories

Issue Description

On certain motorhomes equipped with Kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. Also, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury, and fail to discharge. In case of fire, failure of the extinguisher to function could result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: Owners will be provided with instructions on how to inspect the fire extinguisher to see if it is recalled. Replacement fire extinguishers will be supplied by Kidde directly. Note: For more information about recalled fire extinguishers, please visit www.kidde.com.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (accessories) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
Ref #2009-073 Campaign : N/D
2009-03-06 108 units

Other

Issue Description

On certain motorhomes, after some period of use the trailer hitches may develop stress fractures which could result in hitch separation. Loss of towed unit may cause a crash, resulting in property damage, personal injuries or death. Correction: Spartan Chassis dealers will inspect and repair affected hitch assemblies.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
Ref #2009-065 Campaign : N/D
2009-03-02 130 units

Other

Issue Description

On certain motorhomes equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will install a secondary burner housing.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
Ref #2005-222 Campaign : N/D
2005-07-28 8 units

Heater And Defroster

Issue Description

On certain motorhomes, the burner tubes in the Wesbasto water heater may begin deteriorating at an accelerated rate and could fail. Burner tube failure could result in an increase in exhaust gas temperature which could ignite combustible material in or around the vehicle. Correction: Dealers will replace the burner tubes.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (heater and defroster) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
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