2002 Tiffin Allegro Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 9,000miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Tiffin Allegro (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2002 Tiffin Allegro. The part named most often is electrical system, with 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by equipment (3) and seat belts (3). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 9,000 miles. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 8 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Equipment complaints overlap with 3 recall campaigns and 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system3 30%
- Equipment3 30%
- Seat belts3 30%
- Engine cooling2 20%
- Other or unknown2 20%
- Body and structure2 20%
- Tires2 20%
- Brakes1 10%
- Exterior lighting1 10%
Also reported: Latches, locks and linkages (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “2002 Tiffin Allegro has problems with windshield wipers, seat belt malfunctioned, and door locks. The consumer was unable to latch the seat belt, the motor unit of the windshield wipers was completely detached from the body, both windshields broke due to stress. The vehicle had an electrical defect that continuously caused power failures and circuit breakers to blow. The commode was inoperable. The rv had a defect in the design which allowed structural movement.”
NHTSA complaint #10117504, filed 2005-03, 3,134 milesEquipment: “2002 Allegro rv, new, has demonstrated repeated safety violations, windshield wipers (2) inoperative/failure twice, once after repaired. Seat belt inoperative/failure twice, once after repaired. Windshields (2) replace twice due to stress breakage. Overhead A/C blows fuses, because of shortage, fuse panel located under closet over the proppane tank. If panel fails then fire could cause death or injury. Have all related correspondence, can furnish your office. Rv place in-op status with ca dmv because owner afraid to operate under curent conditions.”
NHTSA complaint #10116749, filed 2005-04, 4,500 milesSeat belts: “Tiffin motorhome problems experience with rv drivers seat belt , both windshield wipers and electrical system. Vehicle warped and misaligned body chassis. The vehicle overhead A/C failed. The 20 amp fuse blew intermittently when the consumer tried to use the A/C. When the consumer attempted to buckle the belt it tightened and wouldn't release. The entrance door was out of alignment therefore it couldn't be locked form the outside. The dining seat top raised up about and inch because it had nothing under it for security. The exhaust pipe was not attached to the frame of the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10111352, filed 2005-02Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 4,500 and 13,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 11V082000Feb 8, 2011Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Tiffin Allegro 1997–2007, 2010–2011, BUS 1997–2011, Phaeton 2001–2007, 2010–2011 +1 more
Tiffin motorhomes is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when…
- 10V585000Nov 22, 2010Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Tiffin Allegro 1998–2010, Phaeton 2007–2010, Zephyr 2007–2010
Tiffin is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high…
- 09V110000Apr 3, 2009Service brakes, hydraulicCovers: Tiffin Allegro 2001–2008, Allegro BAY 2001–2009, Forest River Georgetown 2000–2006, 2008 +7 more
Navistar is recalling certain model year my 2001-2008 workhorse w20, w21 and w22 chassis and certain model year 2009 through 2011 monaco rv admiral, arista, monarch, and riptide recreational vehicles equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin…
- 07V517000Nov 5, 2007Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Tiffin Allegro 1997–2004, Allegro BUS 1998–2004, Allegro BAY 1998–2004 +2 more
On certain motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation, these refrigerators may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame)…
- 03V149000Apr 14, 2003Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › LampCovers: Tiffin Allegro 2000–2004, Allegro BAY 2000–2004
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
Recall details for the 2002 Tiffin Allegro → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 8 on record; the latest 8 are shown.
- 10057778Nov 24, 2015Equipment. Tiffin motorhomes: tsb contains notification of owner letter. Select document search button below. Two screws was not installed on the air condition units on the roof. *ta updated 11/24/15.
- 10057951Jul 16, 2015Electrical system. Rv: instructions on how to install the charge solenoid wiring in a rv or vehicle.
- 10057773Jun 26, 2015Equipment. Tiffin motorhomes: tsb contains notification of owner letter. Select document search button below. All tiffin motorhomes will be installing 2 back screws of the c85 and c86 a/c's to the roof of all…
- 10055356Mar 12, 2014Body and structure. Tiffin motorhomes: tsb contains notification of owner letter. Select document search button below. The procedure to seal under the f-trim on all allegros. *js updated 6/29/15.
- 10057785Mar 12, 2013Equipment. Tiffin motorhomes: tsb contains notification of owner letter. Select document search button below. Some tiffin motorhomes need driver/passenger seatbelts tightened on the mounting brackets located…
- 10026732Jun 6, 2008Equipment. Tiffin motorhomes service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. A wire is not hooked up and needs to be. The navigational system will work until its program for a destination and…
- 10026736Mar 29, 2008Equipment. Tiffin motorhomes: there is a potential problem with the water heater by pass in your unit. There is a possibility it was incorrectly plumbed. Csc letter was received.
- 10026734Mar 18, 2008Equipment. Tiffin motorhomes service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Switch box grounding lug. The tap screw is not tight enough. This could cause problems at the load center causing a…
Other model years of the Tiffin Allegro
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 2,360 | 2 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2021 | 5 | 9,300 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 5 | 3,600 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 6 | 5,600 | 8 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 11 | 14,000 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 10 | 9,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 10 | 28,500 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 10 | 28,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Tiffin Allegro model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Tiffin Allegro have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2002 Tiffin Allegro as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Tiffin Allegro is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by equipment with 3.
Has the 2002 Tiffin Allegro been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Tiffin Allegro reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 9,000 miles and the middle half falls between 4,500 and 13,500 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.