Airstream Interstate (2008) – 12V596000

Defect Description For Recall

Airstream Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2008-2013 Interstate Motorhomes Manufactured August 2007, Through December 2012 And Equipped With The Rear Sofa Floor Plan. The Electrical Equipment Underneath The Sofa May Come In Contact With The Seat Belt Buckle Or Metal Cables From The Seat.

Make Of Vehicle

AIRSTREAM

Model Of Vehicle

INTERSTATE

Year

2008

Recall Campaign Number

12V596000

Component Description

Electrical System

Effect Of Defect

If The Metal Sofa Components Come In Contact With The Electrical Components, Electrical Arcing Could Occur. Arcing May Lead To A Vehicle Fire.

Fix Defect

Airstream Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Install A Cover Over The Electrical Components, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin By Late January 2013. Owners May Contact Airstream At 1-877-596-6111.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Airstream, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

576

Date Owners Notified

20130103

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Airstream, Inc.

Date Report Received

20121220

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard