Airstream Classic 2009
Model Classic made in 2009 by Airstream got 2 recalls. There was one recall concerning service brakes, hydraulic .
Model 2009
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V532000 | AIRSTREAM, INC. | from 05/01/2005 to 04/30/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 715 | MFR | Airstream, Inc. | 11/06/2012 | 11/09/2012 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Airstream is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 airstream classic recreational vehicles manufactured between may 2005 and april 2009. the brake hose may flex near the fitting on the brake assembly and lead to hose fatigue. also, during suspension travel, the brake hose may rub on the underside of the trailer. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | As a result of flexing or rubbing, the brake hose may fail causing a loss of brake pressure, reducing braking performance. the loss of braking ability could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace and reroute the brake lines, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in early december 2012. owners may contact airstream at 1-937-538-1268. | |||||||||||||||
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
| 10V344000 | AIRSTREAM, INC. | from 03/01/2005 to 04/30/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 737 | 08/11/2010 | MFR | AIRSTREAM, INC. | 07/22/2010 | 07/28/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Airstream is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 classic travel trailers manufactured from march 2005 through april 2009 and equipped with hydraulic brake controller by active technologies. it is possible that the brake controller can fail unexpectedly causing the brakes on the trailer to lock up or to fail completely. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The locking of the brakes or brake failure could result in a loss of vehicle control that could result in a crash and possible serious injury. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the brake controller and if found to be defective it will be replaced free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during august 2010. owners may contact airstream at 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 . | |||||||||||||||