1997 Airstream XC Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1997 Airstream XC has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Trailer Hitches (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your XC?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1997 Airstream XC recalls

Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 01V087Mar 14, 2001159 vehicles affected

Structure:Frame And Members

Recall 01V088Mar 14, 2001334 vehicles affected

Most common 1997 Airstream XC problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Trailer Hitches1

What owners report

2006-01-04, Trailer Hitches
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AN AFTER MARKET TRAILER HITCH WAS PURCHASED. THE HITCH WAS INSTALLED ON A 2003 FORD EXTENDED VAN AND WAS ATTACHED TO A 1997 AIRSTREAM TRAVEL TRAILER THAT WAS 34 FEET LONG AND EIGHT AND HALF FEET WIDE. THE HITCH WAS SUPPOSE TO ALLOW THE TOW VEHICLE TO CONTROL THE DIRECTION OF THE TRAILER. HOWEVER, AN INNER PIECE OF THE HITCH FAILED. THE HITCH HAS A SPRING BAR ACCOMPANIED BY A GREASE ZERK. THE GREASE ZERK IS A HOLLOW BAR-LIKE HOUSING ABOUT THE LENGTH OF THE HUMAN FINGER THAT HAS A KNOB ON TOP. THE GREASE ZERK'S KNOB BROKE OFF AND ALLOWED THE TRAILER TO SWAY BACK AND FORTH ON THE HIGHWAY. THE HITCH CAME APART , AND DUE TO THE UNCONTROLLABLE SWAYING, THE CONTAC

1997 Airstream XC questions

Does the 1997 Airstream XC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1997 Airstream XC: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Structure:Frame And Members. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Airstream XC?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Trailer Hitches (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Airstream XC has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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