Recall
Airstream Interstate — 12V596000
NHTSA ID
12V596000
Make
Airstream
Model
Interstate
Years Affected
2008
Recall Date
2012-12-20
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Units Affected
576
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Airstream is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Interstate motorhomes manufactured August 2007, through December 2012 and equipped with the rear sofa floor plan. The electrical equipment underneath the sofa may come in contact with the seat belt buckle or metal cables from the seat.
Consequence
If the metal sofa components come in contact with the electrical components, electrical arcing could occur. Arcing may lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover over the electrical components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by late January 2013. Owners may contact Airstream at 1-877-596-6111.