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2005-2007 Airstream 360XL, Airstream 390 Sky Deck and others recall: hydraulic power assist system

Airstream, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 1, 2008. It covers about 51 vehicles.

vehicles affected
51
reported
May 1, 2008

Steering: hydraulic power assist system

What is wrong
Airstream is recalling 51 my 2005-2006 390 skydeck, my 2006-2007 360xl, 390xl, 396xl, a37 and a39 motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The chassis contain steering filters that can plug due to failure of the screen adhesion to the filter housing causing a rise in return line pressure potentially leading to a hose separation from the filter or steering gear fitting resulting in a sudden loss of steering fluid and power assist.
Risk
Sudden loss of steering assist without warning involving a motor home could be a problem for certain drivers increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Freightliner is conducting this recall and will replace the affected filters with a larger filter (please see 07v‑570). The recall is expected to begin during may 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or airstream at 1‑937‑596‑6111.

Recall number 08V198000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V198000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2007 Airstream 360XL, Airstream 390 Sky Deck and others hydraulic power assist system?

Yes. Recall 08V198000, reported on May 1, 2008, covers about 51 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V198000?

Freightliner is conducting this recall and will replace the affected filters with a larger filter (please see 07v‑570). The recall is expected to begin during may 2008. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or airstream at 1‑937‑596‑6111.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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