2004 Airstream Classic recalls and problems

The 2004 Airstream Classic has 4 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Airstream dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Airstream Classic vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Airstream Classic recalls

Recall 10V-415: Equipment

Reported Sep 16, 2010 · 16 vehicles affected · AIRSTREAM, INC.

Problem: Airstream is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 34" classic travel trailers equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.

Risk: An overheated receiver could cause a fire.

Fix: Airstream will notify owners and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. The safety recall began on january 28, 2010. Owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1-888-346-7539 or airstream at 937-596-6111.

Recall 08V-367: Equipment

Reported Jul 21, 2008 · 4,450 vehicles affected · AIRSTREAM, INC.

Problem: Airstream is recalling 4,450 my 2004-2007 safari, international, interstate, land yacht, classic, my 2004-2006 skydeck, and my 2006 parkway travel trailers and motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Airstream is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or airstream at 1-937-596-6111.

Recall 07V-083: Equipment

Reported Mar 5, 2007 · 5,084 vehicles affected · AIRSTREAM, INC.

Problem: Certain travel trailers and motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Airstream will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or airstream at 1-937-596-6111.

Recall 04V-506: Suspension

Reported Oct 25, 2004 · 929 vehicles affected · AIRSTREAM, INC.

Problem: On certain motorhomes, the outer wheel bearing in the hub of the axle may fail, leading to unexpected separation of the wheel from the axle. This failure may be due to an inadequate amount of grease in the hub assembly or the grease in the hub may break down under normal operating conditions into a liquid that inadequately lubricates the outer bearing. Inadequate lubrication of the outer bearing can begin a chain of events that could lead to wheel separation.

Risk: Separation of one or more wheels from the trailer could cause the trailer to handle erratically or go out of control. A lost wheel could also strike an oncoming or following vehicle causing a crash, resulting in serious injury of death to those involved.

Fix: Dealers will repair the unit and remove the wheels, inspect the hubs, inner and outer bearings, races and grease seals. If necessary, replace parts and repack the wheel bearing with high temperature grease and reinstall the hub and wheels. The recall began november 4, 2004. Owners should contact airstream at 1-877-596-6505.

2004 Airstream Classic problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires6
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 28,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Airstream Classic complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 28,000 miles · reported Sep 30, 2008
We had our first trip today from home into las cruces, nm. Prior to leaving home, we checked all the tires, and the pressures were all 65 PSI. Tires have about 28000 miles, and trailer is 19 months old. We took our trailer into north dallas rv on sep 28 for the recall. We had them accomplish that and several other items. Today, we had the scare of our life. About 250 miles from home, we felt a vibration. I noticed rubber coming from the street side. Turns out the entire front street tire came apart. The outer tread came completely off, separating from the side walls. It caused only minimal…
Tires · at 28,000 miles · reported Sep 30, 2008
We had our first trip today from home into las cruces, nm. Prior to leaving home, we checked all the tires, and the pressures were all 65 PSI. Tires have about 28000 miles, and trailer is 19 months old. We took our trailer into north dallas rv on sep 28 for the recall. We had them accomplish that and several other items. Today, we had the scare of our life. About 250 miles from home, we felt a vibration. I noticed rubber coming from the street side. Turns out the entire front street tire came apart. The outer tread came completely off, separating from the side walls. It caused only minimal…
Tires · at 6,000 miles · reported Aug 21, 2007
The contact owns a 2004 airstream classic. The vehicle has goodyear trailer marathon rad, size st225/75-15 tires. The contact noticed a large rubber flap hanging from one of the tires. He removed the tire from the vehicle and discovered a chunk of rubber bulging. He stated that the tire was losing air. No other vehicle information was provided. Updated 02-01-08. Updated 09/30/10
Equipment · reported Jul 11, 2007
Consumer states that the dometic model rm3862ss refrigerator installed in his 2004 airstream classic travel trailer is not included in the recall. The serial number listed on the consumers rv was not on the list. The consumer noticed the refrigerator had stopped cooling while operating on electric.
Tires · at 48,000 miles · reported Aug 26, 2006
Two blowouts on my airstream trailer on front trailer tires about 24 hours apart. The tires were fairly new 2 years and low mileage. They were goodyear marathon st225/75r/15 load d.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Airstream Classic have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 Airstream Classic: 10V-415 (equipment), 08V-367 (equipment), 07V-083 (equipment), 04V-506 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Airstream Classic?

Owners report tires problems most often (6 reports), followed by equipment (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 28,000 miles.

Are Airstream recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Airstream dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.