The brakes on my new Airstream Flying Cloud (23 ft) are unreliable, lock up, and/or engage without notice, endangering myself and others. Trailer was purchased on 16 Mar 2021. Took it on a 400 mile trip without incident. Before the second 400 mile trip on 8 Sep, I noticed the some running lights were filled with water. On the trip, inside the Allegheny Tunnel, PA Turnpike, the automatic lights came on and the brakes applied. When I turned off the lights, the brakes released. I took it to the dealer and they replaced some of the running lights and leaking wheel bearing, so I could get home. Upon arrival at home, he brakes locked up again in my driveway trying to park it. Not knowing if it was safe to move, I called CoachNet for roadside/driveway service to see if I could safely take it to the Air stream dealer safely again. They determined the wire harness was bad and needed replacement. My dealer contacted Airstream and they stated stated the harness was corroded, and may be causing the braking problems. My trailer is 6 months old at that time and was stored carefully. Airstream said the problem is caused by corrosion of the trailer components, including the wiring harness controlling the brakes. If so, this is a manufacturing problem which would affect similar Airstream trailers mfg’d during this time period. This is a critical safety issue. NOTE: Attached same file in 2 different formats. This states the wire harness and electrical issue is the source of the braking problem.
The worst 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
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- Electrical1
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Recalls 2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems
- What is wrong
- Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2021 Flying Cloud, Bambi, Caravel, Classic, Globetrotter, and International recreational vehicles, equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
- Risk
- Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the regulator, as necessary, and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1‑877‑596‑6505 or 1‑937‑596‑6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
Recall number 21V671000 · Recall details
Equipment: appliance: oven/stove/cooktop
- What is wrong
- Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2020 25RB, 26RB, 28RB, 30RB Flying Cloud, 25RB, 28RB, 30RB Flying Cloud, and 2021 25RB, 28RB, 30RB Flying Cloud, and International travel trailers. The stove top range was incorrectly installed in a non-sealed cabinet.
- Risk
- A draft can cause the flame to enter the non-sealed cabinet, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install panels/baffling in the cabinet to isolate negative airflow and prevent flame inversion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1‑877‑596‑6505 or 1‑937‑596‑6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
Recall number 21V345000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This newsletter provides information concerning filiform corrosion and the steps taken to neutralize it.
- This article discussed tire care and maintenance
- It has come to Dexter’s attention that axles using the Nev-R-Lube bearing package have had on occasion...
- The newsletter provides process and tips to properly winterize Airstream travel trailers.
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What 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud owners say
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Is the 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud, close to a typical Flying Cloud model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud have?
2 recalls, covering equipment.
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