2023 AIRSTREAM GLOBETROTTER
2 recalls, 2 complaints - 5 TSBs
23V519000 Jul 27, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bambi, Basecamp, Caravel, Flying Cloud, Globetrotter, International, and Interstate travel trailers. The SmartPlug 30 Amp inlet manufactured with the manganese bronze D-rings may crack or fail when over tightened.
Consequence
A D-ring that cracks or fails may allow wires to loosen, causing electrical arcing and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the SmartPlug 30-amp inlet as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
22V348000 May 18, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect Description
Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2022 Airstream Classic, Flying Cloud, Pottery Barn, 2022-2023 International, and Globetrotter travel trailers. The manual step may collapse due to the fastener screw pulling through the washer.
Consequence
The step could collapse while in use, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the old washer and install a Loctite thread locker, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Jun 27, 2025
Incident date: Mar 9, 2025
Sensors that activate when objects are close to vehicle and are supposed to warn collision do not work at all. Sometimes they activate when there are no obstacles at all and the vehicle is stationary. Pedestrians are not noticed nor are objects/vehicles that are in the way as the vehicle is in motio... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 27, 2025
Incident date: Mar 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front end of the vehicle shuddered abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the surrounding area of t... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 AIRSTREAM GLOBETROTTER
5 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
| 138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 1 |
1STTSB194111822
Nov 18, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB194 explains that an error in a firefly software update caused the caused the roof vent fan to operate in reverse. The TSB offers a remedy for the software error, and also lists the affected units.
1STTSB194111822
Nov 18, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB194 explains that an error in a firefly software update caused the caused the roof vent fan to operate in reverse. The TSB offers a remedy for the software error, and also lists the affected units.
1STTSB1938312022
Aug 31, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
The heat pump may turn on, along with the furnace, when the furnace is selected on the thermostat. The A/C control box will need to be changed out.
1STTSB1938312022
Aug 31, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
The heat pump may turn on, along with the furnace, when the furnace is selected on the thermostat. The A/C control box will need to be changed out.
1STMON042052822
May 28, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
This newsletter provides information concerning filiform corrosion and the steps taken to neutralize it.
AIRSTREAM GLOBETROTTER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AIRSTREAM GLOBETROTTER across all model years (2018, 2024).
13
Total Recalls
4
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths