2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - 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.
DEFECT #2 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Posted on: 2013-12-23
Description
Airstream, inc. (airstream) is recalling 2013-2014 airstream interstate recereational vehicles manufactured august 2012 through october 2013. In the affected vehicles, the installation of the propane tank and the regulator may damage the regulator, allowing propane to escape out of the safety release vent if it experiences an over pressurized condition.
Consequence
If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed storage area, in the presence of an ignition source, the escaping propane can collect and potentially cause a fire and or explosion to occur.
Corrective Action
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator on the propane tank, free of charge. The recall began on february 4, 2014. Owners may contact the airstream warranty/service department by phone at 1-937-596-6111.
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.