2018 TIFFIN WAYFARER
3 recalls, 5 complaints - 4 TSBs
22V650000 Aug 29, 2022
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect Description
Wayfarer (Wayfarer) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Tiffin Wayfarer motorhomes. During the recall repair for recall number 21V-514, the wheel lug nuts may not have been properly tightened, which can cause the wheels to come loose.
Consequence
A loose wheel can detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check the lugs, and tighten to specification, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Wayfarer customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Wayfarer's number for this recall is WAY-104.
21V753000 Sep 28, 2021
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:POTABLE WATER:STORAGE TANK
Defect Description
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Wayfarer vehicles. The rear-center holding tank water pan bolts may pull through the lip of the pan, allowing the tank to drop down onto the exhaust pipe.
Consequence
The tank falling onto the exhaust can affect vehicle stability, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace any damaged holding pans. In addition, metal straps and a washer plate will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tiffin customer services at 1-256-356-86... Read more
21V610000 Aug 5, 2021
TRAILER HITCHES
Defect Description
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Wayfarer motorhomes. Continuous stress on the frame rail hitch extensions may cause them to fail.
Consequence
Extension failure can cause the hitch to detach from the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the hitch and reinforce the frame rail extension, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is WAY-101.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Nov 11, 2022
Incident date: Sep 1, 2022
Discovered diesel fuel leaking in area of Onan generator. Attempted to find fuel shutoff, but none existed, so I kinked fuel line and used zip tie to stop Diesel from leaking. Next, I removed air filter housing, in order to find cause of leak, and found fuel leaking from return fuel line at y con... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Nov 11, 2022
Incident date: Sep 1, 2022
Discovered diesel fuel leaking in area of Onan generator. Attempted to find fuel shutoff, but none existed, so I kinked fuel line and used zip tie to stop Diesel from leaking. Next, I removed air filter housing, in order to find cause of leak, and found fuel leaking from return fuel line at y con... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 19, 2021
Incident date: Jan 19, 2021
IN JULY OF 2020 THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL SENSOR FAILED CAUSING ABS/CRUISE CONTROL AND RSC TO FAIL. ON JANUARY 18TH, 2021 THE LEFT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FIALED PROVIDING FAULT CODE C0037. THE ABS/CRUISE CONTROL AND RSC FAILED. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE TRANSMISSION SHIFT ISSUES AND SPEED ISSUES. NORMAL DRIV... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 19, 2021
Incident date: Jan 19, 2021
IN JULY OF 2020 THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL SENSOR FAILED CAUSING ABS/CRUISE CONTROL AND RSC TO FAIL. ON JANUARY 18TH, 2021 THE LEFT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FIALED PROVIDING FAULT CODE C0037. THE ABS/CRUISE CONTROL AND RSC FAILED. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE TRANSMISSION SHIFT ISSUES AND SPEED ISSUES. NORMAL DRIV... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 19, 2021
Incident date: Jan 19, 2021
IN JULY OF 2020 THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL SENSOR FAILED CAUSING ABS/CRUISE CONTROL AND RSC TO FAIL. ON JANUARY 18TH, 2021 THE LEFT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FIALED PROVIDING FAULT CODE C0037. THE ABS/CRUISE CONTROL AND RSC FAILED. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE TRANSMISSION SHIFT ISSUES AND SPEED ISSUES. NORMAL DRIV... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 TIFFIN WAYFARER
4 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 1 |
MCD-002
Oct 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tiffin is asking dealers to check placement of the cooktop LPG line on 2017-2020 Wayfarer motorhomes that come in to their shops, equipped with either a countertop garbage chute or an under the counter mounted microwave. Making sure that LP
MCD-001
Oct 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Checking of wheel liners for proper securement and verification they are not loose, missing screws, or misaligned.
WSB-02
Oct 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Federal Certification Label Correction
WSB-02
Oct 1, 2021
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Federal Certification Label Correction
TIFFIN WAYFARER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TIFFIN WAYFARER across all model years (2017, 2027).
19
Total Recalls
30
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths