Airstream Basecamp recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 3, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Airstream, Inc. recalls 2019 Airstream Basecamp

Recall number

19V024000

Brand / firm

Airstream

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 189 units

Why it was recalled

If the information is incorrect, the operator may overinflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019 Airstream Basecamp X recreational vehicles. The Federal Certification Label and Tire Placard may have incorrect information stating that the vehicle is equipped with 235/55R18 Load Range D tires needing 80 psi, when the vehicles are actually equipped with 235/75R15 Load Range D tires needing 51 psi. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What to do

Airstream has notified owners and will send them a new corrected Federal Certification Label and Tire Placard, free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 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.