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Airstream Interstate Recall 15V336: Door May Trap Occupants Inside in an Emergency

NHTSA campaign 15V336, reported June 2, 2015, 232 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On certain motorhomes built between August 2014 and May 2015, the screen door can be closed in a way that blocks the sliding door's operation. If the screen door is shut and the curbside sliding door is also closed, people inside may not be able to move the screen door out of the way to open the sliding door and get out of the vehicle.

If occupants cannot open the sliding door in an emergency, they face a greater risk of injury. Owners should be aware of this problem, especially when the screen door is closed and the sliding door is shut.

The remedy is free: dealers will attach a stop to the screen door that keeps the sliding door from closing when the screen door is closed. Owners can contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411. You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V336Airstream, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Problem
Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Airstream Interstate NCV3 B motorhomes manufactured August 1, 2014, to May 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, if the screen door is in the closed position and the vehicle's curbside sliding door is closed, the motorhome occupants may not be able to move the screen door in order to open the sliding door to exit the vehicle.
Risk
If occupants are unable to open the sliding door and exit the vehicle in the event of an emergency, they would be at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will attach a stop on the screen door to keep the sliding door from shutting if the screen door is closed, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.
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.

Affected vehicles

Airstream Interstate20152016