Recalls for 2012 Airstream International

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Posted on: 2011-10-03
Description
Airstream is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 international, 16 foot, recreational vehicles manufactured from may 10, 2010, through september 27, 2011.  These vehicles were manufactured with the incorrect tire information label.

Consequence
During replacement of the tires, a consumer could install the incorrect tire, potentially leading to property damage.

Corrective Action
Airstream will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge.  The safety recall began onoctober 20, 2011.  Owners may contact airstream at 1-937-596-6111.

Notes
Owners 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 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Posted on: 2012-04-27
Description
Airstream is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 international eddie bauer travel trailers.  The part 567 certification labels on the vehicles contain incorrect tire and rim size information.  Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  110, ¿tire selection and rims.¿

Consequence
Incorrect tire and tire pressure information on the label could lead to the installation of a tire with the wrong load rating and insufficient tire pressure.  These conditions could result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Airstream will mail to consumers the corrected label and provide instructions on how install the label.  The recall began on may 7, 2012.  Owners should contact thor at 937-596-6849 or airstream at 937-538-1268.

Notes
Customers may 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.