Airstream Classic (2006-2009): Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 12V532000 · Nov 6, 2012 · Airstream, Inc.
715
vehicles affected
715
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 12V532000
- Date
- Nov 6, 2012
- Maker
- Airstream, Inc.
- Units affected
- 715
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Service brakes, hydraulic > Foundation components > Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings; Service brakes, hydraulic
- Model years
- 2006-2009
- Started by
- The maker
- Hazard
- Crash risk
What is wrong
Airstream is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Airstream Classic recreational vehicles manufactured between May 2005 and April 2009. The brake hose may flex near the fitting on the brake assembly and lead to hose fatigue. Also, during suspension travel, the brake hose may rub on the underside of the trailer.
What can happen
As a result of flexing or rubbing, the brake hose may fail causing a loss of brake pressure, reducing braking performance. The loss of braking ability could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace and reroute the brake lines, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2012. Owners may contact Airstream at 1-937-538-1268.
Vehicles covered
1 model, 4 model years in all
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Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 12V532000?
1 model: Airstream Classic (2006-2009), about 715 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 12V532000?
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace and reroute the brake lines, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2012. Owners may contact Airstream at 1-937-538-1268.
What can happen?
As a result of flexing or rubbing, the brake hose may fail causing a loss of brake pressure, reducing braking performance. The loss of braking ability could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.