Recalls for 2008 Airstream Interstate

DEFECT #1 - SEATS

Posted on: 2008-07-23
Description
Airstream is recalling certain my 2008-2009 class b vans built with factory installed driver and passenger seat swivel mechanisms.  These vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  207, seating systems.  

Consequence
It is possible that during a frontal impact, the driver and passenger seat swivel mechanism could fail causing severe injury to the seat occupants.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the defective seat swivel mechanisms with modified seat swivel mechanisms that have been reinforced and contains a stronger swivel locking bolt.  The recall began on august 1, 2008.  Owners may contact airstream at 1-937-596-6111.

Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Posted on: 2012-12-20
Description
Airstream is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 interstate motorhomes manufactured august 2007, through december 2012 and equipped with the rear sofa floor plan.  The electrical equipment underneath the sofa may come in contact with the seat belt buckle or metal cables from the seat.  

Consequence
If the metal sofa components come in contact with the electrical components, electrical arcing could occur.  Arcing may lead to a vehicle fire.  

Corrective Action
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover over the electrical components, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin by late january 2013.  Owners may contact airstream at 1-877-596-6111.

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.safercar.gov.