AIRSTREAM BASECAMP (2017) recall — Suspension
Airstream recalls 2017 Base Camp trailers due to tire failure risk when heavily loaded, causing potential crashes. Owners must contact customer service for free axle replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Tire failure can increase the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Airstream is recalling certain 2017 Base Camp trailers because heavy loads can cause tires to fail against the trailer's plastic liner, increasing crash risk. Affected owners should get their axle replaced at no cost to prevent potential tire failure. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225548-2017-airstream-base-camp-suspension-recall-tire-failure-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225548-2017-airstream-base-camp-suspension-recall-tire-failure-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V155000
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“2017 Airstream Base Camp Suspension Recall: Tire Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225548-2017-airstream-base-camp-suspension-recall-tire-failure-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #17V155000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V155000).
Why it’s dangerous
When a 2017 Base Camp trailer is heavily loaded, the axle can move too much, causing tires to rub against the plastic liner inside the wheel well or fender. This rubbing can lead to tire failure, which increases crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Airstream Base Camp trailers are affected. Those who frequently carry heavy loads are at higher risk of tire failure.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2017 model year Airstream Base Camp trailers. The recall began on April 13, 2017, and affects trailers with the specific suspension issue described.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Airstream Customer Service
Call 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411 to schedule free axle replacement.
What NHTSA says to do
Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle to limit the axle travel, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
Heavy loads can cause the axle to move too much, leading to tires rubbing against the plastic liner and potentially failing.
How do I know if my trailer is affected?
Your 2017 Airstream Base Camp trailer is affected if it has the specific suspension issue where heavy loads cause tire failure against the plastic liner.
Is there a deadline for fixing this?
The recall began on April 13, 2017, but there is no specific deadline for the axle replacement; owners can contact customer service to schedule it.
Contact Airstream
We’ve drafted a message you can send Airstream to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V155000 — Airstream Airstream Hello, I own a Airstream that is covered by recall 17V155000 from Airstream. The official recall notice states: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle to limit the axle travel, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V155000 (September 3, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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