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Airstream Flying Cloud Recall 17V044: Wrong tire label could lead to overinflation and blowout

NHTSA campaign 17V044, reported January 20, 2017, 82 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2017 recreational trailers have a Federal Certification label and tire placards that list the wrong tire information. The labels were printed for ST225/75R15 Load Range E tires, but these trailers are equipped with ST225/75R15 Load Range D tires, so the vehicles do not comply with federal tire selection and certification requirements.

Because the incorrect label may lead an owner to inflate the tires to the wrong pressure, the tires could be overinflated. This could result in a tire blowout, which increases the risk of a crash.

Owners will be notified by Airstream, and authorized dealers will replace the incorrect label with a corrected one at no charge. You can contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411. You should also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V044Airstream, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Problem
Airstream, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Flying Cloud, International, and Sport recreational trailers. The Federal Certification label and Tire Placards on these vehicles have incorrect information. The label was printed for ST225/75R15 Load Range E tires, but the vehicle has ST225/75R15 Load Range D tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and Part 567, "Certification."
Risk
The incorrect information on the labels could cause an owner to overinflate the tires, possibly resulting in a tire blowout, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect label with a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2017. 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 Flying Cloud2017
Airstream International2017
Airstream Sport2017