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- Problem
- Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Basecamp 20X travel trailers. The spare tire carrier bracket may experience metal fatigue and break, allowing the spare tire to detach from the trailer.
- Risk
- A detached spare tire may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the bracket, and replace and install additional support, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2024. 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
The spare tire carrier bracket on certain Airstream Basecamp travel trailers may develop metal fatigue and break. If that happens, the spare tire can separate from the trailer while driving.
A detached spare tire can land on the road and become a hazard to other drivers, which raises the risk of a crash.
Authorized Airstream dealers will inspect the bracket and replace it and add support as needed, at no cost to you. Owners were notified by letter dated February 16, 2024. To check whether your trailer is affected, contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Airstream Base Camp | 202120222023 |
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