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1997-2000 · 4 model years
Airstream Cutter Problems by year
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the Airstream Cutter across 4 model years, and it has 4 recalls. The 1999 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the body, doors & structure, followed by the brakes.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Cutter complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Cutter problems
Airstream Cutter recalls 4
Vehicle description: motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The rear floor support leg attachments could fail, causing force to the lpg line fittings and could result in leakage.
Vehicle description: motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The liquid propane gas (lpg) lines can be damaged due to the fresh water tank sagging down, resulting in leakage.
Vehicle description: motor homes built on freightliner chassis. The anti-lock braking system (abs) rear brake valves can be damaged due to the fresh water tank sagging downward.
Latest Cutter complaints
Vehicle overheated while driving. Dealer determined oil breather tube was too short, causing radiator to clog and engine to overheat. *Ak the consumer stated that this problem is caused by defect. Refer bulletin-sbo1-7-per freightliner. *Scc
Consumer received 3 recall notices 01v086000/ 01v087000, and 01v088000. Contacted dealer to have them repaired. Dealer informed consumer he would be unable to make modifications. *Ak consumer has had repairs done, he states he is an experienced mechanic himself and will inspect repairs when he returns home. *Jb
Questions about the Airstream Cutter
Which Airstream Cutter years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1999 (2). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1999 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
Which Airstream Cutter years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2000 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Cutter years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Airstream Cutter problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the body, doors & structure (1), brakes (1), engine & cooling (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Airstream Cutter have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls across all Airstream Cutter model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data