2004 Airstream Classic
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2004 Airstream Classic. Newest first.
Airstream IS recalling certain model year 2001-2004 34" classic travel trailers equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. the plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An overheated receiver could cause a fire.
Remedy
Airstream will notify owners and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. the safety recall began on january 28, 2010. owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1-888-346-7539 or airstream at 937-596-6111.
Airstream IS recalling 4,450 my 2004-2007 safari, international, interstate, land yacht, classic, my 2004-2006 skydeck, and my 2006 parkway travel trailers and motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. the refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. pressurized coolant solution could be released…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this solution IS exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Airstream IS working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). 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. stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or airstream at 1-937-596-6111.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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. stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or airstream at 1-937-596-6111.
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.…
Risk and remedy
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.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
7 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Tires
We had our first trip today from home into las cruces, nm. Prior to leaving home, we checked all the tires, and the pressures were all 65 psi. Tires have about 28000 miles, and trailer IS 19 months old. we took our trailer into north dallas rv on sep 28 for the recall. We had them accomplish…
We had our first trip today from home into las cruces, nm. Prior to leaving home, we checked all the tires, and the pressures were all 65 psi. Tires have about 28000 miles, and trailer IS 19 months old. we took our trailer into north dallas rv on sep 28 for the recall. We had them accomplish that and several other items. today, we had the scare of our life. About 250 miles from home, we felt a vibration. I noticed rubber coming from the street side. Turns out the entire front street tire came apart. The outer tread came completely off, separating from the side walls. It caused only minimal damage to the molding. Tire was original equipment. we replaced the tire and continued. We filled up the truck in van horn, tx, and stopped at a rest stop about 50 miles east of el paso. All seemed ok there. we drove into las cruces, nm. Mary said there was a funny clicking sound on the right side. When we pulled into our spot, mary saw that the entire rear curb side tire disintegrated somewhere in the last 90 miles. We felt no vibrations or any other indication that the tire went bad. There's little but wheel and sidewall left. we have pictures of the entire incident. *Tr
- Tires
We had our first trip today from home into las cruces, nm. Prior to leaving home, we checked all the tires, and the pressures were all 65 psi. Tires have about 28000 miles, and trailer IS 19 months old. we took our trailer into north dallas rv on sep 28 for the recall. We had them accomplish…
We had our first trip today from home into las cruces, nm. Prior to leaving home, we checked all the tires, and the pressures were all 65 psi. Tires have about 28000 miles, and trailer IS 19 months old. we took our trailer into north dallas rv on sep 28 for the recall. We had them accomplish that and several other items. today, we had the scare of our life. About 250 miles from home, we felt a vibration. I noticed rubber coming from the street side. Turns out the entire front street tire came apart. The outer tread came completely off, separating from the side walls. It caused only minimal damage to the molding. Tire was original equipment. we replaced the tire and continued. We filled up the truck in van horn, tx, and stopped at a rest stop about 50 miles east of el paso. All seemed ok there. we drove into las cruces, nm. Mary said there was a funny clicking sound on the right side. When we pulled into our spot, mary saw that the entire rear curb side tire disintegrated somewhere in the last 90 miles. We felt no vibrations or any other indication that the tire went bad. There's little but wheel and sidewall left. we have pictures of the entire incident. *Tr
- Tires
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 airstream classic. the vehicle has goodyear trailer marathon rad, size st225/75-15 tires. the contact noticed a large rubber flap hanging from one of the tires. he removed the tire from the vehicle and discovered a chunk of rubber bulging. he stated that the tire was losing air. no other vehicle information was provided. updated 02-01-08. *Kb updated 09/30/10
- Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer
Consumer states that the dometic model rm3862ss refrigerator installed in his 2004 airstream classic travel trailer IS not included in the recall. *Mc the serial number listed on the consumers rv was not on the list. The consumer noticed the refrigerator had stopped cooling while operating on electric. *jb
- Tires
Trailer tire failure. *Jb
- Tires
Two blowouts on my airstream trailer on front trailer tires about 24 hours apart. The tires were fairly new 2 years and low mileage. They were goodyear marathon st225/75r/15 load d. *jb
- Tires › Tread/belt
Goodyear marathon tire failure. St205/75r14, dot VO8L 2JT4 2603. Made in new zealand. Thread separation less than 5000 miles. *nm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10213176This newsletter provides information concerning filiform corrosion and the steps taken to neutralize it.
- 10211715This 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.
- 10209918The newsletter talks about inspecting wheel bearings, and the advantages of using Nev-R-Lube Bearings.
- 10200307Inside This Issue: - Stainless Steel Wrap Protectors -Stock Orders -Top Ten Dealers - Parts Returns - New Store Items - Trivia Question
- 10188458Power awning maintenance and care tips.
- 10181840This newsletter provides detailed instructions regarding winterization of Airstream travel trailers and motorhomes.
- 10180785This 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 prior to the 2021 model year.
- 10180784This 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 prior to the 2021 model year.
- 10179406This 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.
- 10175838This 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, and includes the features of the new radios. - Advises of the use of a new power tounge jack we started installing on certain travel trailers in January 2020. We've included manual crank handle instructions, as well as maintenance tips. - A breakdown of our vendor's parts warranty which include the warranty length and requirements by vendor. - Airtsream technician training and how to sign up.
- 10174503The 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 disinfecting an RV.
- 10173233This 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.
- 10171981This 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 cracks in the old sealant. Other items recommended to inspect and maintain as needed are: Brakes, awnings, tires, batteries, LP systems, break away cable, and 7-way cord connections. Inspect and lubricate tongue, and stabilizer jacks etc...
- 10165722The communication explains the steps necessary to properly winterize and store your RV in colder climates.
- 10012103New cylinder bore liner replacement procedure. This service bulletin replaces 030601018a.
- 10012093Momentary reduction of power steering ps assist on initial start up with low ambient temperatures. This service bulletin replaces 030232001a.
Every Airstream Classic model year
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