2005 AIRSTREAM CLASSIC
3 recalls — 9 complaints — 23 TSBs
10V344000 Jul 22, 2010
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
AIRSTREAM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 CLASSIC TRAVEL TRAILERS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 2005 THROUGH APRIL 2009 AND EQUIPPED WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKE CONTROLLER BY ACTIVE TECHNOLOGIES. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE BRAKE CONTROLLER CAN FAIL UNEXPECTEDLY CAUSING THE BRAKES ON THE TRAILER TO LOCK ... Read more
Consequence
THE LOCKING OF THE BRAKES OR BRAKE FAILURE COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL THAT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE CONTROLLER AND IF FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE IT WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRSTREAM AT 937-596-6111.
08V367000 Jul 21, 2008
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
AIRSTREAM IS RECALLING 4,450 MY 2004-2007 SAFARI, INTERNATIONAL, INTERSTATE, LAND YACHT, CLASSIC, MY 2004-2006 SKYDECK, AND MY 2006 PARKWAY TRAVEL TRAILERS AND MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION. THE REFRIGERATOR MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILE... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS SOLUTION IS EXPOSED TO AN IGNITION SOURCE UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
AIRSTREAM IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIS... Read more
04V506000 Oct 25, 2004
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES, THE OUTER WHEEL BEARING IN THE HUB OF THE AXLE MAY FAIL, LEADING TO UNEXPECTED SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL FROM THE AXLE. THIS FAILURE MAY BE DUE TO AN INADEQUATE AMOUNT OF GREASE IN THE HUB ASSEMBLY OR THE GREASE IN THE HUB MAY BREAK DOWN UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS INTO A... Read more
Consequence
SEPARATION OF ONE OR MORE WHEELS FROM THE TRAILER COULD CAUSE THE TRAILER TO HANDLE ERRATICALLY OR GO OUT OF CONTROL. A LOST WHEEL COULD ALSO STRIKE AN ONCOMING OR FOLLOWING VEHICLE CAUSING A CRASH, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OF DEATH TO THOSE INVOLVED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE UNIT AND REMOVE THE WHEELS, INSPECT THE HUBS, INNER AND OUTER BEARINGS, RACES AND GREASE SEALS. IF NECESSARY, REPLACE PARTS AND REPACK THE WHEEL BEARING WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE GREASE AND REINSTALL THE HUB AND WHEELS. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 4, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
9 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| TIRES | 2 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES | 1 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 1 |
| TIRES:SIDEWALL | 1 |
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Apr 28, 2006
Incident date: Apr 19, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED UPON INSPECTION OF THE TIRES BLISTERS WERE NOTICED ON THE SIDEWALLS OF ALL FOUR TIRES. THE DEALER HAS BEEN ALERTED
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 11, 2005
Incident date: Aug 11, 2005
I HAVE SOME COMPLAINTS THAT THE DEALER IS INVESTIGATING. MY MAIN COMPLAINT IS THAT THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS LISTED FOR THIS MODEL AND POSSIBLY THIS YEAR ON ANOTHER WEBSITE THAT I ONLY FOUND OUT ABOUT AFTER RECENTLY BUYING MY VEHICLE. I HAVE POSTED A MESSAGE THERE ABOUT THIS SITE SO THAT P... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Jul 27, 2005
Incident date: Apr 28, 2005
DT: THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE ARE MECHANICAL DIFFICULTIES WITH THE RV. DEALERSHIP TOLD CONSUMER TO CUT OUT THE CO2 DETECTION. CONSUMER STATES THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE UNIT. THERE IS NO GAS OR CO2 DETECTION IN IT. THE SENSORS HAVE BEEN DISCONNECTED BECAUSE THE ALARMS GO OFF, AND THEY WON'T ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Jul 27, 2005
Incident date: Apr 28, 2005
DT: THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE ARE MECHANICAL DIFFICULTIES WITH THE RV. DEALERSHIP TOLD CONSUMER TO CUT OUT THE CO2 DETECTION. CONSUMER STATES THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE UNIT. THERE IS NO GAS OR CO2 DETECTION IN IT. THE SENSORS HAVE BEEN DISCONNECTED BECAUSE THE ALARMS GO OFF, AND THEY WON'T ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Jul 11, 2005
Incident date: May 2, 2005
DT: CONSUMER STATES THAT DUTCHMEN THOR PRODUCES A CAMPER, TAB, AND THEY HAVE AN ALCO BRAKE SYSTEM THAT THEY HAVE MODIFIED. THEY STATE IT HAS NOT BEEN MODIFIED. ACCORDING TO ALCO IN UNITED KINGDOM, THE COMPANY IS SETTING UP THE SYSTEM WRONG ON THE VEHICLE. WHEN HE TRIES TO GET INFORMATION FROM DU... Read more
TIRES
Jul 5, 2005
Incident date: Jul 5, 2005
DT: WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE TWO RIGHT TIRES BLEW OUT. THERE WAS NO WARNING, NO BULGE OR NOISE FROM THE TIRES. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH THE SAME TYPE OF TIRES. THEN THE OWNER WAS TOLD BY DEALER THAT THERE WAS A STICKER ON FRONT OF TRAILER WHICH STATED THE TRAILER SHOULD HAVE 225 TIRES ON IT A... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Jul 5, 2005
Incident date: Jul 5, 2005
DT: WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE TWO RIGHT TIRES BLEW OUT. THERE WAS NO WARNING, NO BULGE OR NOISE FROM THE TIRES. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH THE SAME TYPE OF TIRES. THEN THE OWNER WAS TOLD BY DEALER THAT THERE WAS A STICKER ON FRONT OF TRAILER WHICH STATED THE TRAILER SHOULD HAVE 225 TIRES ON IT A... Read more
STRUCTURE
May 19, 2005
Incident date: Apr 18, 2005
DT: TWO CAR HAULER, MID AMERICA MFG., INC. ROUTE 1 BOX 875 BERTRAND, MO. 63823 CUSTOM BUILT TRAILER WHICH HAD VARIOUS SAFETY PROBLEMS SINCE DATE OF PURCHASE. POOR WELDING, TIRES, INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING, HAND JACK WAS NOT EQUIPPED TO HANDLE WEIGHT LOAD. NO LICENCE PLATE HOLDER. UNDERSIZED WHEEL... Read more
TIRES
May 19, 2005
Incident date: Apr 18, 2005
DT: TWO CAR HAULER, MID AMERICA MFG., INC. ROUTE 1 BOX 875 BERTRAND, MO. 63823 CUSTOM BUILT TRAILER WHICH HAD VARIOUS SAFETY PROBLEMS SINCE DATE OF PURCHASE. POOR WELDING, TIRES, INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING, HAND JACK WAS NOT EQUIPPED TO HANDLE WEIGHT LOAD. NO LICENCE PLATE HOLDER. UNDERSIZED WHEEL... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2005 AIRSTREAM CLASSIC
23 manufacturer communications from 17 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 351322 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:SEWAGE/BLACK:STORAGE TANK | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
1STMON042052822
May 28, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
This newsletter provides information concerning filiform corrosion and the steps taken to neutralize it.
1STMON041042822
Apr 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This article discussed tire care and maintenance. It explains the meaning of nomenclature on the tire sidewall (i.e. the 4 digit date code, load range, and max load information.
1STMON041042822
Apr 28, 2022
190000 TIRES
This article discussed tire care and maintenance. It explains the meaning of nomenclature on the tire sidewall (i.e. the 4 digit date code, load range, and max load information.
1STMON04002282
Mar 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The newsletter talks about inspecting wheel bearings, and the advantages of using Nev-R-Lube Bearings.
1STMON04002282
Mar 28, 2022
200000 WHEELS
The newsletter talks about inspecting wheel bearings, and the advantages of using Nev-R-Lube Bearings.
1STMON02282021
Feb 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Power awning maintenance and care tips.
1STMON02282021
Feb 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Power awning maintenance and care tips.
1STMON037102820
Oct 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This newsletter provides detailed instructions regarding winterization of Airstream travel trailers and motorhomes.
1STMON03692820
Sep 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This issue of the newsletter provides information about the optional lithium battery package Airstream is offering on the 2021 my travel trailers. There is also information of what is needed to upgrade a travel trailer that was manufactured
1STMON03692820
Sep 28, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This issue of the newsletter provides information about the optional lithium battery package Airstream is offering on the 2021 my travel trailers. There is also information of what is needed to upgrade a travel trailer that was manufactured
1STTTN01192820
Sep 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This issue of the newsletter provides information about the optional lithium battery package Airstream is offering on the 2021 my travel trailers. There is also information of what is needed to upgrade a travel trailer that was manufactured
1STTTN01192820
Sep 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This issue of the newsletter provides information about the optional lithium battery package Airstream is offering on the 2021 my travel trailers. There is also information of what is needed to upgrade a travel trailer that was manufactured
1STMON035042820
Aug 28, 2020
351322 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:SEWAGE/BLACK:STORAGE TANK
This newsletter talks about the importance of cleaning and maintaining waste water tanks, and provides detailed instruction of how to do so. It provides suggestions as to which products to use to clean the tanks.
1STMON035042820
Aug 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This newsletter talks about the importance of cleaning and maintaining waste water tanks, and provides detailed instruction of how to do so. It provides suggestions as to which products to use to clean the tanks.
1STTTN0100528202
May 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This newsletter includes information regarding: - A new TV and Radio Antenna Combo that has the capability to receive both signals, and eliminates the need for a second antenna. - New radios being installed in certain travel trailers, a
1STMON034042820
Apr 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
The newsletter discusses the importants of cleaning and mainataining safety devices installed in Airstream products, i.e. checking batteries in smoke alarms, checking dates on fire extinguishers etc. The newsletter also provides a how-to on
1STMON03332820
Mar 27, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This installment talks about preparing their RV for the upcoming camping season. It provide tips on inspecting sealant, as well as which type of wax we recommend, and how often the owner should wax their units.
1STMON0322282020
Feb 28, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
This newsletter discusses how to prepare your RV for the upcoming camping season. Points discussed are airing out the unit. Examining and lubricating window, door, and vent seals. Examining, removing and resealing any areas with gaps, or cr
1STMON0319282019
Sep 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The communication explains the steps necessary to properly winterize and store your RV in colder climates.
Newsletter April
Mar 1, 2016
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Inside This Issue: - Stainless Steel Wrap Protectors -Stock Orders -Top Ten Dealers - Parts Returns - New Store Items - Trivia Question
030601018
Jul 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NEW CYLINDER BORE LINER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. THIS SERVICE BULLETIN REPLACES 030601018A. *EH
030232001B
Jul 1, 2004
010000 STEERING
MOMENTARY REDUCTION OF POWER STEERING PS ASSIST ON INITIAL START UP WITH LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. THIS SERVICE BULLETIN REPLACES 030232001A. *EH
133
Jun 1, 2004
130000 VISIBILITY
VISTA VIEW WINDOW GLASS INADEQUEATELY BONDED TO ALUMINUM FRAME. *TT
AIRSTREAM CLASSIC — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AIRSTREAM CLASSIC across all model years (2001–2025).
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Total Recalls
22
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
AIRSTREAM CLASSIC — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 3 | View |
| 2005 (current) | 3 | 9 | |
| 2004 | 4 | 7 | View |
| 2003 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 0 | 1 | View |