Roadmaster Tow Bars: Falcon, Sterling, Nighthawk & 2026 Recall

Roadmaster makes several styles of tow bar for flat towing a vehicle behind a motorhome. Some fold onto the front of the towed car; others slide into the motorhome's receiver and stay there when not in use. Choosing the correct tow bar means checking its rated capacity, where it stores, the baseplate connection and the towed vehicle's approved flat-tow procedure.

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The listed tow ratings are the tow-bar ratings—not permission to exceed the receiver, motorhome, baseplate or towed-vehicle limits. The lowest rated component sets the practical limit. Tracker 020 and StowMaster 501 are not listed among the affected part numbers in Roadmaster's October 2026 notice; owners should still follow Roadmaster's current maintenance and safety instructions.

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Roadmaster 020 Tracker

5,000 lb rated. Car-mounted folding tow bar. Not named in the October 2026 affected-model list.

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Roadmaster 501 StowMaster

6,000 lb rated. Car-mounted folding tow bar. Not named in the October 2026 affected-model list.

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Roadmaster 520 Falcon 2

6,000 lb rated. Motorhome-mounted tow bar. Individual-unit recall check required.

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Roadmaster 576 Sterling

8,000 lb rated. Motorhome-mounted all-terrain tow bar. Individual-unit recall check required.

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Roadmaster 622 Falcon 3HD

10,000 lb rated. Motorhome-mounted heavy-duty tow bar. Individual-unit recall check required.

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Roadmaster 676 Nighthawk

8,000 lb rated. Motorhome-mounted all-terrain tow bar. Individual-unit recall check required.

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Find the serial number and inspect the T-bolt

On the affected motorhome-mounted tow bars, the T-bolt assembly is part of the stinger inserted into the motorhome receiver. Roadmaster's recall page includes Figure 1 for its location, Figures 2–4 for the different roll-pin hole arrangements, and Figure 5 for the serial-number location. One or two roll-pin holes mean corrective action is required. An assembly without roll-pin holes is not subject to that recall design.

If a roll pin is fully seated and there is no excessive stinger play, Roadmaster states the tow bar may be used while awaiting corrective hardware, with checks before each travel day. If the roll pin is missing, not fully seated or protrudes more than 1/16 inch above its hole, stop towing and contact Roadmaster. Follow Roadmaster's instructions rather than attempting a homemade fix.

Which baseplate and adapters?

Roadmaster baseplates may be Direct-Connect or crossbar-style. A tow bar's original ends may need specific adapters for the vehicle's mounting design. The Roadmaster adapter guide explains 030, 031, 031-5, 032 and 039-2 and why they do not all fit the same baseplate.

Check the towed vehicle's manufacturer's manual for flat-tow approval. A tow bar that fits the baseplate still does not establish that the vehicle may be towed with all four wheels on the ground.

Before each towing trip

1. Check the tow bar's condition, locking arms, end fittings, stinger and receiver pin. On recall-listed models, complete the specific Roadmaster T-bolt inspection.
2. Make sure the tow bar and baseplate are approved for one another, the tow bar arms lock correctly and the connection hardware is fully secured.
3. Connect rated safety cables independently of the tow bar and check for clearance through turns.
4. Check the towed vehicle's lighting connection and supplemental braking system, including breakaway operation.
5. Verify the vehicle's transmission, steering and battery procedures before departure.

For model-specific assembly details, maintenance intervals and replacement hardware, consult the Roadmaster instruction manual library and the latest manufacturer recall page.