NHTSA Recall 04V383000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
TIFFIN MOTORHOMES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,662 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Tiffin Allegro.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V383000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 3, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The seat belt assemblies on certain motor homes fail to comply with the loop load requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209. "seat belt assemblies."
Safety risk
The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Amsafe will replace the buckles. Owners should contact amsafe at 574-266-8330 or tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V383000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Tiffin Allegro | 2004, 2005 |
| Tiffin Bay | 2004, 2005 |
| Tiffin Bus | 2004, 2005 |
| Tiffin Phaeton | 2004, 2005 |
| Tiffin Zephyr | 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.