The problem
Airstream is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 international, 16 foot, recreational vehicles manufactured from may 10, 2010, through september 27, 2011. These vehicles were manufactured with the incorrect tire information label.
The risk
During replacement of the tires, a consumer could install the incorrect tire, potentially leading to property damage.
The fix
Airstream will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall began onoctober 20, 2011. Owners may contact airstream at 1-937-596-6111.
Contacts
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Airstream dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 11V489000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.