NHTSA Recall 04V506000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V506000; Date: Oct. 25, 2004
Separation of one or more wheels from the trailer could cause the trailer to handle erratically or go out of control. A lost wheel could also strike an oncoming or following vehicle causing a crash, resulting in serious injury of death to those involved.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Airstream Classic; 2005 Airstream Classic; 2004 Airstream International Ccd; 2005 Airstream International Ccd; 2004 Airstream Safari; 2005 Airstream Safari
Component: Suspension:front:wheel Bearing
Manufactured by: Airstream, Inc.
Affected Units:: 929
Recall Summary:
On certain motorhomes, the outer wheel bearing in the hub of the axle may fail, leading to unexpected separation of the wheel from the axle. This failure may be due to an inadequate amount of grease in the hub assembly or the grease in the hub may break down under normal operating conditions into a liquid that inadequately lubricates the outer bearing. Inadequate lubrication of the outer bearing can begin a chain of events that could lead to wheel separation.
How to Fix:
Dealers will repair the unit and remove the wheels, inspect the hubs, inner and outer bearings, races and grease seals. If necessary, replace parts and repack the wheel bearing with high temperature grease and reinstall the hub and wheels. The recall began November 4, 2004. Owners should contact airstream at 1-877-596-6505.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 4, 2004
Also see: