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Tiffin Wayfarer Recall 21V610: Hitch extension can fail and detach, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 21V610, reported August 5, 2021, 3,170 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Continuous stress on the frame rail hitch extensions can cause them to fail. If an extension fails, the hitch can detach from the motorhome, which increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the hitch and reinforce the frame rail extension at no charge to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021.

If you own an affected Wayfarer, contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661 and schedule a free inspection and repair at an authorized dealer. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V610Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.
Component
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.
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Tiffin Wayfarer201720182019202020212022