2021 TIFFIN WAYFARER

2 recalls, 11 complaints - 21 TSBs

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
2,461 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
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.
3,170 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

11 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING2
STEERING2
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST1
STEERING Aug 13, 2023
Incident date: Aug 3, 2022
Problem 1: The F250 has the Pro Trailer Backup option will electronic torque overlay steering. The truck wanders when going straight and the steering feels disconnected driving through curves. Both conditions occur at 45+ MPH. Truck alignment was checked three times. Each time alignment was in spe... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Mar 9, 2023
Incident date: Mar 5, 2023
I started my car this morning and I got a message saying Supplemental Passenger Error contact the dealer. Also, this car once a week will brake like if another car is in front of me on a busy highway I travel going home from work. This will cause someone to have a heartache especially when there is ... Read more
STEERING Mar 9, 2023
Incident date: Mar 5, 2023
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced an electrical short. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the contact... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jun 13, 2022
Incident date: Jun 11, 2022
Vehicle flashed a warning that Active Distance Assistance was not functional, and within a few minutes started to veer left, as if there was a flat tire (which there was not), so I was trying to keep it centered in my lane when the steering wheel suddenly turned counterclockwise in my hands and swer... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Jun 13, 2022
Incident date: Jun 11, 2022
Vehicle flashed a warning that Active Distance Assistance was not functional, and within a few minutes started to veer left, as if there was a flat tire (which there was not), so I was trying to keep it centered in my lane when the steering wheel suddenly turned counterclockwise in my hands and swer... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 7, 2022
Incident date: May 12, 2022
The Tiffin Wayfarer is built on a MB Sprinter 3500 chassis. Tiffin adds rear wheelwell liners made of plastic. These liners are held onto the chassis by 4 screws all on the outside of the liner. There is no inside support of the liner or reinforcement of the screws. My right side liner detached whi... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jan 4, 2022
Incident date: Aug 13, 2021
Cruise control disengagement . Abrupt ceasing interferes with anti collision and speed control causing slowing speeds without warning, could be a risk to those following as well disrupting the flow of traffic. The vehicle has been inspected by 3 MB service technicians. 1 .MB of Selma, TX-09/2021 ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jan 4, 2022
Incident date: Aug 13, 2021
Cruise control disengagement . Abrupt ceasing interferes with anti collision and speed control causing slowing speeds without warning, could be a risk to those following as well disrupting the flow of traffic. The vehicle has been inspected by 3 MB service technicians. 1 .MB of Selma, TX-09/2021 ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Nov 24, 2021
Incident date: Oct 21, 2021
All driver assist functions randomly shut down and start working again. It may work correctly all day and then the next day it might work for 30 minutes or an hour or not at all. It has been to Mercedes for this problem, I don't think they know how to fix it. Based on the number of people I read hav... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Nov 24, 2021
Incident date: Oct 21, 2021
All driver assist functions randomly shut down and start working again. It may work correctly all day and then the next day it might work for 30 minutes or an hour or not at all. It has been to Mercedes for this problem, I don't think they know how to fix it. Based on the number of people I read hav... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Nov 24, 2021
Incident date: Oct 21, 2021
All driver assist functions randomly shut down and start working again. It may work correctly all day and then the next day it might work for 30 minutes or an hour or not at all. It has been to Mercedes for this problem, I don't think they know how to fix it. Based on the number of people I read hav... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 TIFFIN WAYFARER

21 manufacturer communications from 13 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT4
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
050000 PARKING BRAKE2
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE2
103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE2
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)1
140000 AIR BAGS1
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE1
CSA-027 (FINAL) Jul 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Sprinter vehicles, the fuse layout of the interior heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor might not meet the requirements for prolonged operation at the highest blower setting. The interior blower motor cir
CSA-027 Interim Apr 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
On certain Sprinter vehicles, the fuse layout of the interior heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor might not meet the requirements for prolonged operation at the highest blower setting. The interior blower motor cir
CSA-027 Interim Apr 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Sprinter vehicles, the fuse layout of the interior heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor might not meet the requirements for prolonged operation at the highest blower setting. The interior blower motor cir
CSA-025 Final Feb 16, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mercedes-Benz AG, the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain Model Year 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. a component of the vehicle's pa
CSA-025 Jan 5, 2023
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Mercedes-Benz Safety Recall #22V-796 A component of the vehicle's park lock system might fatigue, which can cause the parking pawl not to engage and result in a vehicle rollaway. This may increase the risk of a crash.
CSA-019 (Final) Oct 17, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Customer Service Advisory was sent regarding Mercedes Benz Recall # 22V360, The communication module's SIM card could become disabled and prevent a connection with a mobile phone network. In this case, the digital owner's manual as well a
MCD-001 Oct 4, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Checking of wheel liners for proper securement and verification they are not loose, missing screws, or misaligned.
CSA-020 Jul 18, 2022
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Sprinter vehicles, the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software, Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software and Dosing Control Unit (DCU) soft
TIF-021 Jul 18, 2022
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz has initiated a Recall Campaign for Model Year 2020 Sprinter vehicles to update the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software and Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software in these vehicles. To ensure your vehicle is in compliance wit
TIF-021 Jul 18, 2022
103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz has initiated a Recall Campaign for Model Year 2020 Sprinter vehicles to update the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software and Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software in these vehicles. To ensure your vehicle is in compliance wit
TIF-021 Jul 18, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mercedes-Benz has initiated a Recall Campaign for Model Year 2020 Sprinter vehicles to update the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software and Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software in these vehicles. To ensure your vehicle is in compliance wit
CSA-020 Jul 18, 2022
103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Sprinter vehicles, the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software, Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software and Dosing Control Unit (DCU) soft
CSA-020 Jul 18, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mercedes-Benz AG (a??MBAGa??), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Sprinter vehicles, the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software, Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software and Dosing Control Unit (DCU) soft
CSA-19 Jul 13, 2022
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
MBAG has determined that on certain Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles, the communication module's SIM card might become disabled and prevent a connection with a mobile phone network. In this case, the manual as well as the automatic eCall fun
CSA-19 Jul 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
MBAG has determined that on certain Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles, the communication module's SIM card might become disabled and prevent a connection with a mobile phone network. In this case, the manual as well as the automatic eCall fun
CSA-018 Jun 21, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
Mercedes-Benz AG (??A???A???A?MBAG??A???A???A?), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, has determined that on certain Sprinter vehicles, the display function of the rearview camera might be impaired. In some instances the rearvie
CSA-17 May 4, 2022
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Mercedes-Benz's NHTSA #21V-055 recall for "Updating "eCall" Software.
CSA-17 May 4, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
Mercedes-Benz's NHTSA #21V-055 recall for "Updating "eCall" Software.
CSA-12 Feb 21, 2022
050000 PARKING BRAKE
MBAG was notified of customer complaints claiming a van had "rolled away" after the driver had selected the Park ("P") gear position and P was displayed to the driver in the instrument cluster. MBAG confirmed that if the vehicle is not prop
CSA-12 Feb 21, 2022
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
MBAG was notified of customer complaints claiming a van had "rolled away" after the driver had selected the Park ("P") gear position and P was displayed to the driver in the instrument cluster. MBAG confirmed that if the vehicle is not prop
WSB-03 Sep 23, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Blocked Air Return - It has come to our attention that some 2020, 2021 and 2022 Wayfarer Motorhomes have an air return that is blocked by a wood panel. If the air return vent is blocked this could cause the furnace to not operate properly w

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

TIFFIN WAYFARER - Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
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2025 0 3 View
2023 0 1 View
2022 2 0 View
2021 (current) 2 11
2020 3 8 View
2019 3 0 View
2018 3 5 View
2017 2 0 View

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