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HighNHTSA·12V184000·Announced 2012-04-27

Airstream Recalls 2012-2013 International Eddie Bauer Travel Trailers for Label Errors

Airstream is recalling 2012-2013 International Eddie Bauer travel trailers because incorrect tire and rim size information on certification labels could lead to tire failure.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where tire failure could increase the risk of a crash, but no injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Airstream, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 International Eddie Bauer travel trailers. The recall addresses a defect where the Part 567 certification labels on the vehicles contain incorrect tire and rim size information. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.”

The incorrect tire and tire pressure information on the labels could lead to the installation of a tire with the wrong load rating and insufficient tire pressure. These conditions could result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

The recall began on May 7, 2012. Airstream will mail corrected labels to consumers and provide instructions on how to install them. Owners should contact Thor at 937-596-6849 or Airstream at 937-538-1268. Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
AIRSTREAM INTERNATIONAL
Brand
AIRSTREAM
Manufacturer
AIRSTREAM, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Travel Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
12

Is your product affected?

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Model numbers (1)

  • INTERNATIONAL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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