2005 Airstream Safari recalls and problems
The 2005 Airstream Safari has 3 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Airstream dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Airstream Safari vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Airstream Safari recalls
Recall 09V-159: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Airstream is recalling 2,052 my 2002-2009 bambi, international, safari, 75th anniversary, dwr, and ocean breeze travel trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the travel trailers were built without rear reflex reflectors.
Risk: Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of vehicle increase the potential for a crash.
Fix: Airstream will send dealers separate reflectors to the affected customers and dealers along with instructions for proper installation. Customers will have the option of installing the reflectors or taking the travel trailer to the nearest airstream certified dealers. This will be done free of charge. The recall began on may 15, 2009. Owners may contact airstream at 1-937-596-6849.
Recall 08V-367: Equipment
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 04V-506: Suspension
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.
2005 Airstream Safari problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 12,500 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 2005 Airstream Safari complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Airstream Safari years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Airstream Safari have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Airstream Safari: 09V-159 (exterior lighting), 08V-367 (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 2005 Airstream Safari?
Owners report service brakes, electric problems most often (1 reports), followed by tires (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 12,500 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.