2020 Tiffin Wayfarer Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 19, 2025 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Wayfarer years
Not enough data 2nd of 10 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Tiffin Wayfarer. That ranks 2nd out of 10 Wayfarer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 20%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2020 Tiffin Wayfarer problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1
Engine1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Lane Departure1
Suspension1 · ~8,500 mi
Unknown or Other1
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags120%———
Engine120%———
Forward Collision Avoidance120%———
Lane Departure120%———
Suspension120%8,500——
Unknown or Other120%———
Wheels120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 2 complaints
2020: 1202012021: 1202112023: 2202322025: 120251

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2020 Tiffin Wayfarer recalls (3)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studsAug 29, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V650000 · 9 vehicles

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 tankSep 28, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V753000 · 2,461 vehicles

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 hitchesAug 5, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V610000 · 3,170 vehicles

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.

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…

Air Bags · received Nov 19, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11700377

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…

Forward Collision Avoidance · received Dec 18, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11560733

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…

Wheels · received Jul 9, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11531180

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…

Unknown or Other · received Sep 6, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11431862

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…

Suspension · received Feb 27, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11311917

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Tiffin Wayfarer?

Owners most often report air bags, engine, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Tiffin Wayfarer?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2020 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 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.