I have found that the frame and the attaching outriggers on my airstream are structurally inadequate to support the body. The floor of the airstream is sagging at the door frame located in front of the front axle, and directly behind the rear axle.
The worst 2003 Airstream International problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Body1
- Suspension1
Recalls 1
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- Airstream is recalling 2,052 my 2002-2009 bambi, international, safari, 75th anniversary, dwr, and ocean breeze travel trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the travel trailers were built without rear reflex reflectors.
- Risk
- Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of vehicle increase the potential for a crash.
- Remedy
- Airstream will send dealers separate reflectors to the affected customers and dealers along with instructions for proper installation. Customers will have the option of installing the reflectors or taking the travel trailer to the nearest airstream certified dealers. This will be done free of charge. The recall began on may 15, 2009. Owners may contact airstream at 1‑937‑596‑6849.
Recall number 09V159000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Airstream International 13
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
- Power awning maintenance and care tips.
- This newsletter provides detailed instructions regarding winterization of Airstream travel trailers and...
- This issue of the newsletter provides information about the optional lithium battery package Airstream is...
- This newsletter talks about the importance of cleaning and maintaining waste water tanks, and provides...
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- The newsletter discusses the importants of cleaning and mainataining safety devices installed in Airstream...
- This installment talks about preparing their RV for the upcoming camping season
- This newsletter discusses how to prepare your RV for the upcoming camping season
What 2003 Airstream International owners say
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Questions about the 2003 Airstream International
Is the 2003 Airstream International reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Airstream International, close to a typical International model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Airstream International?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2003 Airstream International have?
1 recall, covering exterior lighting.
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