CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bambi, Basecamp, Caravel, Flying Cloud, Globetrotter, International, and Interstate travel trailers. The SmartPlug 30 Amp inlet manufactured with the manganese bronze D-rings may crack or fail when over tightened.
- Risk
- A D-ring that cracks or fails may allow wires to loosen, causing electrical arcing and increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the SmartPlug 30-amp inlet as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Airstream is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bambi, Basecamp, Caravel, Flying Cloud, Globetrotter, International, and Interstate travel trailers. The SmartPlug 30 Amp power inlet, which has manganese bronze D-rings, may crack or fail when it is over-tightened.
If a D-ring cracks or fails, wires inside the inlet can loosen. This can cause electrical arcing and increases the risk of a fire.
Dealers will inspect and replace the SmartPlug 30-amp inlet as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. You can contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Airstream Bambi | 20232024 |
|---|---|
| Airstream Base Camp | 20232024 |
| Airstream Caravel | 20232024 |
| Airstream Flying Cloud | 20232024 |
| Airstream Globetrotter | 20232024 |
| Airstream International | 20232024 |
| Airstream Interstate | 20232024 |