Airstream Eddie Bauer recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 17, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Airstream, Inc. recalls 2016 Airstream — 6 models

Recall number

15V761000

Brand / firm

Airstream

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 904 units

Why it was recalled

If the indicator window cracks, propane gas may leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain model year 2016 Classic, Flying Cloud, International, Sport, Eddie Bauer, and Land Yacht recreational trailers manufactured August 3, 2015, to November 13, 2015, and equipped with Auto Changeover Propane Gas Regulators. Propane gas may leak into the plastic gas level indicator window of the regulator causing it to degrade and crack.

What to do

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propane regulator and the required hoses, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2015. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.