Recall 23V297 affects 203 2021-2022 Tiffin Cahaba motorhomes because rear-door spare tire carrier and molle rack hardware can detach. Repair is free at franchised Tiffin dealers.
Tiffin is recalling 203 2021-2022 Cahaba motorhomes because the spare tire carrier and molle rack were installed incorrectly on the rear van doors. If they detach in transit, they can become a road hazard and raise the risk of a crash; Tiffin dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The spare tire carrier on the 2021-2022 Tiffin Cahaba is the rear-door mount that holds the spare tire while the motorhome is moving. The molle rack is the rear-door accessory rack used to carry mounted gear. Both parts depend on the correct mounting kit and hardware to stay attached to the van doors under road vibration and load.
On affected Cahaba motorhomes, the spare tire carrier and molle rack were installed without the complete kit or with the wrong hardware. The issue traces to production workers not consistently using every required part in the installation kit. When the mounting hardware is incomplete, the carrier or rack can loosen and detach while the vehicle is in transit.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not rely on a light, sound, or dashboard message to tell them the rear-door hardware is coming loose.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2021 and 2022 Cahaba model years, both tied to the same spare tire carrier mounting kit.
| 2021 Tiffin Cahaba | Carrier/rack |
|---|---|
| 2022 Tiffin Cahaba | Carrier/rack |
| Units affected | 203 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 7 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021-2022 Tiffin Cahaba motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached spare tire carrier and molle rack can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the repair soon instead of waiting for symptoms. Repair is free at any franchised Tiffin dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Tiffin Cahaba is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Tiffin dealer to schedule the free hardware-kit replacement that secures the spare tire carrier and molle rack to the rear van doors.
- Reference recall number 23V297 and Tiffin recall TIF-129 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one, or ask the dealer to look up the recall by VIN.
- Inspect the rear-door spare tire carrier and molle rack before driving, and contact the dealer before the next trip if either part looks loose or shifted.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Tiffin technician replaces the hardware kit that secures the spare tire carrier and molle rack to the rear van doors. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Tiffin has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for related hardware or rear door rack repairs before the recall repair. Keep invoices and proof of payment, then contact Tiffin customer service to ask how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 26, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 21, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 23, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| June 23, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 23, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V297?
Recall 23V297 covers 203 2021-2022 Tiffin Cahaba motorhomes with a spare tire carrier and molle rack that were installed incorrectly on the rear van doors. The carrier or rack can detach in transit and become a road hazard, increasing crash risk. Tiffin dealers will replace the hardware kit for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Tiffin Cahaba is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 23V297. If it is, contact an authorized Tiffin dealer to schedule the hardware-kit replacement. Reference recall number 23V297 and Tiffin recall number TIF-129 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Tiffin dealers will replace the affected hardware kit free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2021-2022 Tiffin Cahaba motorhomes.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a detached spare tire carrier or molle rack becoming a road hazard while the motorhome is moving. That road hazard increases crash risk for your vehicle and others nearby. If your VIN is included, schedule the free hardware-kit replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V297000 |
|---|---|
| Tiffin customer service | 1-256-356-8661 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V297 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V297000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →