The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V610000·Announced 2021-05-08

Tiffin Wayfarer motorhomes 2017-2022 hitch extension failure and detachment risk

Tiffin is recalling 2017-2022 Wayfarer motorhomes because the hitch extension may fail under stress, causing the hitch to detach and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the hitch and reinforce the frame rail extension at no charge.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall describes a structural vehicle defect where continuous stress may cause hitch extension failure, potentially detaching the hitch and creating crash risk. Although no injuries have been reported, the structural nature of the defect meets the Severe classification criterion.

Plain-English summary

Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2022 Wayfarer motorhomes. The recall affects approximately 3,170 vehicles equipped with trailer hitch extensions that may fail under continuous stress.

The frame rail hitch extensions may fail under continuous stress. If a hitch extension fails, the hitch can detach from the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.

If you own a 2017-2022 Wayfarer motorhome, contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. Owners received notification letters on November 29, 2021. Dealers will inspect and replace the hitch and reinforce the frame rail extension at no charge. You can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
2018 TIFFIN WAYFARER
Brand
TIFFIN
Manufacturer
Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle / Motorhome
Hazard
  • hitch-failure
  • crash-risk
Affected units
3,170

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • WAYFARER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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