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1999 AIRSTREAM EXCELLA

1 recalls — 3 complaints — 19 TSBs

07V083000 Mar 5, 2007
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS AND MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.
Consequence
RELEASE OF COOLANT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
AIRSTREAM WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). 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. STERICY... Read more
5,084 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: AIRSTREAM, INC.

Complaint Statistics

3 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
TIRES2
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER1
TIRES Apr 25, 2014
Incident date: Mar 16, 2014
GREENBALL TOWMASTER TIRES, 53GB CHN 2512. SIX TIRES, PURCHASED NEW IN APRIL 2013 AND INSTALLED ON OUR 1999 AIRSTREAM EXCELLA, 34 FOOT MODEL. THE PREVIOUS TIRES REPLACED WERE GOODYEAR MARATHONS WHICH EXHIBITED NO DEFECTS AFTER 12000 MILES. REPLACEMENT WAS DONE AS A PRE-EMPTIVE ACTION BECAUSE OF MI... Read more
TIRES Apr 9, 2010
Incident date: Nov 8, 2009
TRAILER TIRES MANUFACTURED BY NANKANG ARE FAILING DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION. FIRST FAILURE OCCURRED 11/2009, SECOND FAILURE OCCURRED 4/2010. TIRES LESS THAN FOUR YEARS OLD WITH APPROXIMATELY 10-12,000 MILES. *TR
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER Sep 26, 2008
Incident date: Jun 10, 2008
1999 AIRSTREAM EXCELLA. RECALL NOTICE ON DOMETIC RV REFRIGERATOR. CONSUMER WANTS TO KNOW WHY HIS CLAIM WAS DENIED. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS LEAKAGE/STAINING AT THE REAR OF THE REFRIGERATOR, THERE WAS YELLOW RESIDUE ON THE SIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR AND THERE WAS A SMELL OF AMMONIA AND THE... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 1999 AIRSTREAM EXCELLA

19 manufacturer communications from 13 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT10
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
130000 VISIBILITY1
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
351322 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:PLUMBING:SEWAGE/BLACK:STORAGE TANK1
200000 WHEELS1
190000 TIRES1
160000 STRUCTURE1
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
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
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
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.

AIRSTREAM EXCELLA — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the AIRSTREAM EXCELLA across all model years (1997–2000).

4 Total Recalls
3 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

AIRSTREAM EXCELLA — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2000 1 0 View
1999 (current) 1 3
1998 1 0 View
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