1996 Airstream Land Yacht
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1996 Airstream Land Yacht. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
Latest complaints
- Parking brake
Product safety campaign 90-c-50 (a) - automatic -applied parking brake malfunctioned. On P-30 motor home chassis. while at free way speed I have had the e-brake activate on its own on two different occasions. the rear wheels locked causing a near collision while negotiating a curve. I contact…
Product safety campaign 90-c-50 (a) - automatic -applied parking brake malfunctioned. On P-30 motor home chassis. while at free way speed I have had the e-brake activate on its own on two different occasions. the rear wheels locked causing a near collision while negotiating a curve. I contact gm customer assist. At 1-800 222-1020. no help. I contacted the local gm dealer. I was told my vin no. Does not fall in the recall. not knowing of the recall, I explained the symptoms that were in the recall. still no help from anyone. so far I have spent over $750 and still do not know if problem was resolved. I have not had another problem so far. *Ak
- Parking brake › Conventional
Vehicle continues to roll when the parking brake IS on and engine IS shut off. dealer has adjusted the parking brake three times. another dealer rebuilt the parking brake system. Manufacturer has been notified. *ak
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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