The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued the following recalls:
AIRSTREAM
Undersized Wire May Melt
An undersized wire may melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 180
Airstream is recalling certain 2021 Interstate 19 touring coaches. The wiring harness for the radio may have an undersized wire.
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the circuit breaker to limit the current passing through the wire to prevent an overload condition, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
Incorrect Capacity Weight on Label
The operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 188
Airstream is recalling certain 2020-2021 Interstate vehicles. The federal Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) may have incorrect occupant cargo carrying capacity weight listed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, “Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars” and 49 CFR Part 567, “Certification.”
Airstream will notify owners, and provide a new label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
FOREST RIVER
Wire with Incorrect Gauge May Melt
A melted wire could cause a short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 88
Forest River is recalling 2021 Coachmen Catalina travel trailers. A wire with the incorrect gauge was routed from the battery and may melt.
Forest River will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by June 2, 2021. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8657. Forest River’s number for this recall is 203-1327.
KEYSTONE RV
Safety Chains Are Underrated for GVWR
Under-rated chains can allow the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Potential Number of Units Affected: 574
Keystone RV Co. is recalling certain 2021 Passport 282QB, 2400RB, 2704RK trailers. The safety chains installed are under-rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. Owners expected to begin getting notified June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone’s number for this recall is 21-410.
