2020 Tiffin WAYFARER: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
5 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
8,500 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2020 model year. Data snapshot: . 1 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Air Bags is the most frequently named component, appearing in 1 of 5 complaints (20.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 1 | 20.0% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 20.0% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
Air Bags: 1; Engine: 1; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 1; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 1; Lane Departure: Assist: 1; Suspension: 1; Unknown Or Other: 1; Wheels: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (1). 4 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2025 | 1 |
2020: 1; 2021: 1; 2023: 2; 2025: 1
Pattern summary
Air Bags leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11311917 · 2020-02-27 (February 27, 2020)
THE ANTI-ROLL BAR SCREWS ARE COMING LOOSE AND FALLING OUT. THIS CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO ROLL DANGEROUSLY AND COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL. THE DESIGN APPEARS TO PUT A ROTATING FORCE ON THE SCREW WHICH LOOSENS THE NUT. EVENTUALLY, THE NUT FALLS OFF AND THE SCREW WORKS IT'S WAY OUT OF THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE DOWNLINK AND THE ANTI-ROLL (SWAY) BAR.
Owner-reported narrative. 8,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11311917 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11431862 · 2021-09-06 (September 6, 2021)
Traveling on I 25 construction on highway created lots of bumps. The water tank mounted near rear of motor home ripped free of its mounting bolts and dropped down, only thing keeping it from completely falling off was the generator exhaust pipe which was underneath the tank. This also tore the support strap off the exhaust pipe. The water tank is mounted in an aluminum casing with a flange with bolts attached to frame. Called Tiffin and was told they were aware of this problem and could send us some straps to support tank until we could get…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11431862 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11531180 · 2023-07-09 (July 9, 2023)
During a cross country trip, failure of tire valve extender, resulted in loss of tire pressure. This sudden loss of pressure could have resulted in a vehicle highway accident. This problem occurred twice (each incident within 2 hours of each other). Our RV, has dual rear tires, and was not detected until we stopped for fuel. We did not receive an alert from the tire pressure sensor that pressure was lost. The first failure was detected when we stopped for gas and noticed the right rear, outside tire was severely damaged/flat. Fortunatel…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11531180 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11560733 · 2023-12-18 (December 18, 2023)
Answers to NHTSA questions. Q. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? A. I don’t know if a system failed or malfunctioned, I only know how the system performed under the described conditions. Q. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? A. My safety and the safety of others were put at risk because the vehicle slammed on the brakes causing other drivers to respond to avoid a collision. Q. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11560733 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11700377 · 2025-11-19 (November 19, 2025)
The RV currently is sitting at MB of Modesto where it can be inspected. The issue, when we attempted to rotate the rotatable front passenger seat, and an Airbag error was displayed on the dash and the vehicle was disabled, would not start. When we rotated the seat back we assumed it took pressure off of the wiring harness and the error disappeared and the vehicle started. We tried to rotate the seat back to its secure position but wires had become tangled under the seat and we could not secure the seat. We wanted to drive the RV to MB of Mo…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11700377 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
3 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
21V610000 · Trailer Hitches
Reported: 2021-08-05 (August 5, 2021)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗21V753000 · Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer:Plumbing:Sewage/Black:Storage Tank | Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer:Plumbing:Potable Water:Storage Tank
Reported: 2021-09-28 (September 28, 2021)
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 1-256-356-8661. Tiffin's number for this recall is WAY-102.
NHTSA campaign record ↗22V650000 · Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Reported: 2022-08-29 (August 29, 2022)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗