2009 Airstream Interstate Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2009 Airstream Interstate problems

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Electrical systemReported December 20, 2012 · 576 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: If the metal sofa components come in contact with the electrical components, electrical arcing could occur. Arcing may lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 12V596000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: buckle assemblyReported July 8, 2011 · 281 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Airstream is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 interstate touring coaches manufactured from september 18, 2008, through june 24, 2011. The driver's seat belt buckle wire could be damaged or severed when the driver's seat is adjusted forward, backward, or swiveled. This wire allows communication between the supplemental restraint system (SRS) and the vehicle control module (ECM) indicating if the driver's seat is occupied and the seat belt is buckled.
Risk: If the driver's seat belt buckle wire is damaged or severed, the seat belt tensioner will not function correctly allowing the driver to not be secured to the seat, preventing proper operation of the SRS which could result in personal injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will repair the coaches free of charge. The safety recall began on july 21, 2011. Owners may contact airstream at 1‑937‑538‑1268.

Recall number 11V349000 · Recall details

SeatsReported July 23, 2008 · 14 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Airstream is recalling certain my 2008-2009 class b vans built with factory installed driver and passenger seat swivel mechanisms. These vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems."
Risk: It is possible that during a frontal impact, the driver and passenger seat swivel mechanism could fail causing severe injury to the seat occupants.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the defective seat swivel mechanisms with modified seat swivel mechanisms that have been reinforced and contains a stronger swivel locking bolt. The recall began on august 1, 2008. Owners may contact airstream at 1‑937‑596‑6111.

Recall number 08V334000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2009 Airstream Interstate reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2009 Airstream Interstate.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Airstream Interstate?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2009 Airstream Interstate have?

3 recalls, covering electrical system, seat belts and seats.

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