Airstream Interstate recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 26, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Airstream, Inc. recalls 2019 Airstream Interstate

Recall number

18V832000

Brand / firm

Airstream

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 31 units

Why it was recalled

Overloaded battery cables may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019 Airstream Interstate 19 motorhomes. 150 amp fuses may have been used for the coach battery fuses instead of 100 amp fuses, potentially allowing the battery cables to be overloaded.

What to do

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will remove the 150 amp fuses and install 100 amp fuses, free of charges. The recall began January 8, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111, extensions 7401 or 7411.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.