Airstream Flying Cloud recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 16, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Airstream, Inc. recalls 2016–2017 Airstream Flying Cloud, International

Recall number

19V655000

Brand / firm

Airstream

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 409 units

Why it was recalled

If the two components touch, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2016-2017 19FT International Serenity, 2016 19FT International Signature, and 19FT Flying Cloud trailers that are 19 feet long. The vertically-mounted inverter may contact the floor-mounted inverter fuse.

What to do

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the location of the inverter and inverter fuse. If the inverter and inverter fuse are not mounted on the same surface, the inverter fuse will be relocated, and secured to the same surface as the inverter. In addition, a protective cover will be installed on the inverter fuse bar, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.