- The problem
- Airstream Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Basecamp 16, and 2021-2022 Basecamp 20 travel trailers. The adhesive bond between the glass and metal frame of the entry door window can fail, causing the glass to separate from the frame.
- The risk
- A window glass that detaches from the trailer can increase the risk of injury or crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will test the windows and replace, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411. This recall is an expansion of recall number 20V-349.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Airstream Basecamp Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 Airstream Basecamp have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in December 2022 for the glass, side / rear.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Basecamp year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 Airstream Basecamp recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Basecamp travel trailers. The mounting bolts that secure the air conditioner to the roof may loosen or break, allowing the air conditioner to separate from the trailer.
- The risk
- A separated air conditioner can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- The fix
- Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning mounting bolts are secure and replace if necessary, as well as install additional foam support blocks, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
- The problem
- Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Basecamp travel trailers. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame of the entry door window may fail, allowing the glass to separate while the trailer is moving.
- The risk
- If the window glass detaches while the vehicle is moving it could become a projectile, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- The fix
- Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the windows for proper adhesive bond strength, replacing the windows as necessary and installing updated adhesive strips to all windows, free of charge. This recall began August 3, 2020. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411.
- The problem
- Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Basecamp trailers. The Tire Placard is lacking the trailer's spare tire information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selections and Rims."
- The risk
- The lack of information on the Tire Placard may lead an owner to unintentionally install the wrong size spare tire, affecting the vehicle control and handling, increasing the risk of crash.
- The fix
- Airstream will notify owners, and will provide corrected labels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 23, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.
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Airstream Basecamp: every year compared
All Basecamp years2018 Airstream Basecamp vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Airstream Basecamp | 0 | 4 | B | |
| 2018 Airstream Interstate | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Airstream Globetrotter | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Airstream International | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2018 Airstream Basecamp
Does the 2018 Airstream Basecamp have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Airstream Basecamp: glass, side / rear (December 2022); air conditioner (March 2021); glass, side / rear (June 2020); labels (May 2019). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2018 Airstream Basecamp had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2018 Airstream Basecamp a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 63 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Airstream Basecamp year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Airstream Basecamp years have the most complaints?
2021 (5), 2017 (3), 2020 (2). See every Airstream Basecamp year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Airstream Basecamp has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data