Recall 19V-753: 2020 Airstream Bambi, 2020 Airstream Basecamp and 8 more
Airstream, Inc. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Oct 21, 2019, covering about 1,888 vehicles.
The problem
Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Sport, Nest, Flying Cloud, International Serenity, International Signature, Classic, Globetrotter and Tommy Bahama trailers and 2020 Basecamp, Bambi and Caravel trailers. Due to improper welding, the Demco ball coupler installed on the travel trailers may not provide enough clamping force on the tow ball, potentially causing the coupler to separate from the tow ball.
The risk
If the coupler separates from the tow ball, the trailer can detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Airstream will notify owners, and will send a temporary use adaptor that can be slipped over the ball portion of the coupler to allow owners to tow their trailers. For the final remedy, dealers will add a shim plate to the backside of the ball coupler clamp to put it in position to apply the required clamping force on the tow ball, free of charge. The recall began November 13, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Airstream, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V753000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Airstream Bambi | 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Basecamp | 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Caravel | 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Classic | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Flying Cloud | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Globetrotter | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Airstream International | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Nest | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Sport | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Airstream Tommy Bahama | 2019, 2020 | 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 19V-753?
Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Sport, Nest, Flying Cloud, International Serenity, International Signature, Classic, Globetrotter and Tommy Bahama trailers and 2020 Basecamp, Bambi and Caravel trailers. Due to improper welding, the Demco ball coupler installed on the travel trailers may not provide enough clamping force on the tow ball, potentially causing the coupler to separate from the tow ball.
How is recall 19V-753 fixed?
Airstream will notify owners, and will send a temporary use adaptor that can be slipped over the ball portion of the coupler to allow owners to tow their trailers. For the final remedy, dealers will add a shim plate to the backside of the ball coupler clamp to put it in position to apply the required clamping force on the tow ball, free of charge. The recall began November 13, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.
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.