2014 Tiffin Phaeton
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
| 2027 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 3 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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VEHICLE IS 5 YRS OLD WITH ABOUT 16000 MILES. WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE WIFE NOTICED A SMELL COMING FROM THE REAR. WE THOUGHT IT WAS ENGINE CLEANER BURNING OFF FROM AN OIL LEAK REPAIRED A FEW DAYS PRIOR BY CUMMINS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190416
PULLED INTO CAMPGROUND THEN STOPPED AND GOT OUT TO REGISTER. DIESEL FUEL LEAKING, TOAD COVERED WITH DIESEL FUEL AND MUCH SMOKE. #4 FUEL INJECTOR TUBE HAD CRACK IN IT---NO DAMPER ISOLATOR INSTALLED TO DAMPEN VIBRATION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170301
CUMMINS FUEL FILTER FF 63009 DATE CODE 14200, APPEARED TO HAVE FAILED, LEAKING FUEL ONTO THE EXHAUST PIPE AS WELL AS STALLING THE MOTOR HOME AT THE CREST OF A SMALL MOUNTAIN.LEAKING FUEL DID NOT CAUSE A FIRE BUT DID SMOKE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141204
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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CUMMINS FUEL FILTER FF 63009 DATE CODE 14200, APPEARED TO HAVE FAILED, LEAKING FUEL ONTO THE EXHAUST PIPE AS WELL AS STALLING THE MOTOR HOME AT THE CREST OF A SMALL MOUNTAIN.LEAKING FUEL DID NOT CAUSE A FIRE BUT DID SMOKE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141204
SAFETY TIMELINE
Tiffin Motorhomes (Tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 motorhomes manufactured May 1, 2007, to December 31, 2014, equipped with certain Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps.
Remedy: Dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies and the Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket will be installed on the trip step assemblies. The recall began on Ferbuary 10, 2016.
Campaign 15V880000 — check if this car was fixed
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2009-2018 Allegro and Allegro RED, Bus and Phaeton vehicles, 2009-2010 Bay vehicles, 2011-2018 Breeze vehicles, and 2009-2015, and 2017-2018 Zephyr vehicles.
Remedy: Tiffin will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018.
Campaign 17V841000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Tiffin Phaeton — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V880000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V841000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Tiffin Phaeton have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.