2008-2013 Airstream Interstate recall: electrical system
Airstream, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 20, 2012. It covers about 576 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 576
- reported
- Dec 20, 2012
- owners notified
- Jan 3, 2013
Electrical system
- 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
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 12V596000
Is there a recall on the 2008-2013 Airstream Interstate electrical system?
Yes. Recall 12V596000, reported on December 20, 2012, covers about 576 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V596000?
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.
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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