Airstream Basecamp recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 12, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Airstream, Inc. recalls 2017–2018 Airstream Basecamp

Recall number

20V349000

Brand / firm

Airstream

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 732 units

Why it was recalled

If the window glass detaches while the vehicle is moving it could become a projectile, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

What was recalled

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Basecamp travel trailers. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame of the entry door window may fail, allowing the glass to separate while the trailer is moving.

What to do

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the windows for proper adhesive bond strength, replacing the windows as necessary and installing updated adhesive strips to all windows, free of charge. This recall began August 3, 2020. 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.