NHTSA Recall 12V596000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V596000; Date: Dec. 20, 2012
If the metal sofa components come in contact with the electrical components, electrical arcing could occur. Arcing may lead to a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Airstream Interstate; 2009 Airstream Interstate; 2010 Airstream Interstate; 2011 Airstream Interstate; 2012 Airstream Interstate; 2013 Airstream Interstate
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Airstream, Inc.
Affected Units:: 576
Recall Summary:
Airstream is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 interstate motorhomes manufactured August 2007, through December 2012 and equipped with the rear sofa floor plan. The electrical equipment underneath the sofa may come in contact with the seat belt buckle or metal cables from the seat.
How to Fix:
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover over the electrical components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by late January 2013. Owners may contact airstream at 1-877-596-6111.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 3, 2013
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