| Issue ID | 1378797 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10986325 |
| Manufacurer | Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. |
| Brand | TIFFIN |
| Model | ZEPHYR |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 17/05/17 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Steering gear play -- problem brought to the attention of spartan, including trip to service center at charlotte, mi. -- had tie rod ends replaced, new shocks, all wheel alignment, -- recently had recall completed on steering gear bracket. Have excess play in steering wheel, approximately 2" of play in the steering wheel before the tires turn. I'm constantly correcting steering in a cross wind or navigating construction areas where uneven pavement is encountered. There is a safety concern and potential of a wreck. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | FORSYTH, IL |
| VIN pattern | 4VZAT1C998CXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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