2018 Tiffin Wayfarer Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Wayfarer years
- Not enough data 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer. That ranks 3rd out of 10 Wayfarer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment (1 complaints, 50%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 50% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | 21,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Tiffin Wayfarer recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
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.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:plumbing:sewage/black:storage tank; equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:plumbing:potable water:storage tank
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.
Trailer hitches
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
Other Tiffin Wayfarer years
← 2017 Wayfarer · 2019 Wayfarer →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Wayfarer | 0 | 3 |
| 2026 Wayfarer | 1 | 3 |
| 2025 Wayfarer | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 Wayfarer | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Wayfarer | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 Wayfarer | 6 | 2 |
| 2020 Wayfarer | 5 | 3 |
| 2019 Wayfarer | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 Wayfarer | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer?
Owners most often report equipment, fuel system, diesel, power train problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Wayfarer model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.