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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 04V506📅 Oct 26, 2004

2004–2005 Airstream Classic & 2004–2005 Airstream International CCD + 1 more recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

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 liquid that inadequately lubricates the outer bearing. Inadequate lubrication of the outer bearing CAN begin a chain of events that could lead to wheel separation.

💥 The risk

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.

🔧 The fix

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 airstream at 1-877-596-6505.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V506000
Manufacturer
AIRSTREAM, INC.
Vehicles affected
929
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Owner phone
1-877-596-6505
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 4, 2004
Built
Jun 1, 2003 – Oct 31, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V506 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V506?

2004–2005 Airstream Classic & 2004–2005 Airstream International CCD + 1 more. 929 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Airstream dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-596-6505.