2018 TIFFIN ZEPHYR Complaints and Recall Information

The 2018 TIFFIN ZEPHYR has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical components and safety features based on recall data.

There are seven recalls affecting various systems on the 2018 TIFFIN ZEPHYR. These recalls address potential electrical hazards, visibility equipment, seat belt installations, fire extinguisher functionality, and door assembly concerns.

• Induction cooktop grounding. Recall 23V643000 affects 1188 vehicles due to an ungrounded 240-Volt induction cooktop that can create an electrical shock hazard if wires short-circuit. The risk involves potential injury from electrical shock. Dealers will install a grounding wire at no cost. Notification began October 2023.
• Electrical wiring. Recall 19V228000 covers 2289 vehicles with improperly secured alternating current wires in the Energy Management Module, causing overheating and fire risk. Dealers will inspect and secure the wires free of charge. Notifications started April 2019.
• Windshield wiper control. Recall 20V433000 affects 643 vehicles where windshield wipers may fail due to incorrect wiring in the control module, reducing visibility during bad weather. Dealers will inspect and fix the wiring without charge. Recall notification began August 2020.
• Sofa seat belt installation. Recall 21V680000 involves 10409 vehicles with incorrectly installed sofa seat belts, risking unsecured passengers and non-compliance with federal safety standards. Dealers will inspect and repair belts free of charge. Notifications were sent starting October 2021.
• Fire extinguisher functionality. Recall 17V841000 impacts 36005 vehicles equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push button fire extinguishers that can clog or require excessive force to operate. Some nozzles may detach, increasing injury risk and extinguisher inoperability. Owners will be instructed to contact Kidde for free replacement extinguishers. Recall began February 2018.
• Entry door assembly. Recall 18V341000 covers 1223 vehicles with door lock mechanism issues that may cause the door to open while driving, raising injury risk. Dealers will adjust the door locks at no charge. Owners were notified starting June 2018.

Owners dealing with repeated repairs or safety-related defects involving recalls on multiple systems, such as electrical wiring and seat belts, may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a legal professional can help clarify those rights and available remedies.