Axle: non-powered axle assemblyRecall 17V-155 · 2017 Airstream Basecamp
Airstream, Inc. recall 17V-155 covers 293 2017 Airstream Basecamp for a axle: non-powered axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on March 9, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q3) shows 90% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V155000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Airstream Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2017 Base Camp recreational trailers. When the trailer is heavily loaded, the axle travel may allow the tires on these vehicles to contact the plastic liner of the wheel well or fender, possibly resulting in tire failure.
The risk
Tire failure can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle to limit the axle travel, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411.
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 repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
90%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 8, 2016 to March 9, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.