2018 Tiffin Wayfarer recalls and problems

The 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Tiffin dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Tiffin Wayfarer recalls

Recall 22V-650: Wheels

Reported Aug 29, 2022 · 9 vehicles affected · Wayfarer

Problem: 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.

Risk: A loose wheel can detach, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 21V-753: Equipment

Reported Sep 28, 2021 · 2,461 vehicles affected · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: The tank falling onto the exhaust can affect vehicle stability, and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is WAY-102.

Recall 21V-610: Trailer Hitches

Reported Aug 5, 2021 · 3,170 vehicles affected · Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Problem: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Wayfarer motorhomes. Continuous stress on the frame rail hitch extensions may cause them to fail.

Risk: Extension failure can cause the hitch to detach from the motorhome, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2018 Tiffin Wayfarer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes1
Power Train1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Equipment1
Fuel System, Diesel1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 21,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Equipment · reported Nov 11, 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 connection. The fuel line leaking, was leaking at a connection of where the hose connected to a y junction, and the barb, at the junction was too large for the rubber hose, causing the hose to split because causing a fuel leak. Dealership was contacted, in order to determine location of shutoff valve, but…
Service Brakes · at 21,000 miles · reported 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 driving conditions and it was notset of by high winds as reported by other owners. This failure is causing an unsafe driving condition. I was driving at 60 MPH on the highway normal weather no rain or winds.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer: 22V-650 (wheels), 21V-753 (equipment), 21V-610 (trailer hitches). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 21,000 miles.

Are Tiffin recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Tiffin dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.