Recall 10V-081: 2010 Airstream Flying Cloud

AIRSTREAM, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Mar 4, 2010, covering about 15 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-081
Report date
Mar 4, 2010
Vehicles affected
15
Owners notified
Mar 31, 2010

The problem

Airstream is recalling certain model year 2010 flying cloud travel trailers. These vehicles were built with axles rated at 3,800 lbs. The vehicles should have been built with axles rated at 4,400 lbs.

The risk

Towing a vehicle with the axle loaded beyond the specified weight rating may result in axle failure leading to poor vehicle handling increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the axles with one's rated at 4,400 lbs free of charge. The recall began on march 31, 2010. Owners may contact airstream at 1-877-246-7731.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerAIRSTREAM, INC.
ComponentPower Train › Axle Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V081000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Airstream Flying Cloud2010All 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 10V-081?

Airstream is recalling certain model year 2010 flying cloud travel trailers. These vehicles were built with axles rated at 3,800 lbs. The vehicles should have been built with axles rated at 4,400 lbs.

How is recall 10V-081 fixed?

Dealers will replace the axles with one's rated at 4,400 lbs free of charge. The recall began on march 31, 2010. Owners may contact airstream at 1-877-246-7731.

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.