Recall 01V-088: 1997–2000 Airstream Cutter, 1997–2000 Airstream XC
AIRSTREAM, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Mar 14, 2001, covering about 334 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The rear floor support leg attachments could fail, causing force to the LPG line fittings and could result in leakage.
The risk
Damaged steel LPG lines could result in a leak that could cause a fire or explosion, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will re-enforce the rear floor support with a support leg welded to a steel tube. The old legs will be left in place and the new support leg fitted over the floor support tube, and the support welded in place at the floor support tube and the chassis rail. Owner notification began march 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact airstream at 1-877-596-6505.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AIRSTREAM, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Frame and Members |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V088000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Airstream Cutter | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Airstream XC | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-088?
Vehicle description: motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The rear floor support leg attachments could fail, causing force to the LPG line fittings and could result in leakage.
How is recall 01V-088 fixed?
Dealers will re-enforce the rear floor support with a support leg welded to a steel tube. The old legs will be left in place and the new support leg fitted over the floor support tube, and the support welded in place at the floor support tube and the chassis rail. Owner notification began march 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact airstream at 1-877-596-6505.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.