2017 Airstream Flying Cloud problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Airstream Flying Cloud.
Body type
- Trailer · Camping or Travel Trailer: 1 of 1 decoded VINs
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.
Recalls filed by Airstream
Equipment #17V044000 · 2017 · 82 units
Problem: Airstream, inc. is recalling certain 2017 flying cloud, international, and sport recreational trailers. the federal certification label and tire placards on these vehicles have incorrect information. the label was printed for st225/75r15 load range e tires, but the vehicle has st225/75r15 load range d tires. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims" and part 567, "certification."
Risk: The incorrect information on the labels could cause an owner to overinflate the tires, possibly resulting in a tire blowout, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect label with a corrected label, free of charge. the recall began on february 15, 2017. owners may contact airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411.
Equipment #17V089000 · 2017 · 82 units
Problem: Airstream, inc. (airstream) is recalling certain 2017 sport, flying cloud and international recreational trailers. the tire placard on these vehicles may be missing the spare tire information. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Risk: Without the correct tire and load information for the spare tire, the operator may install the incorrect tire or overload it, with either scenario increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers, will provide a corrected tire placard, free of charge. the recall began on march 10, 2017. owners may contact airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.
Electrical System #19V655000 · 2019 · 409 units
Problem: Airstream, inc. (airstream) is recalling certain 2016-2017 19ft international serenity, 2016 19ft international signature, and 19ft flying cloud trailers that are 19 feet long. the vertically-mounted inverter may contact the floor-mounted inverter fuse.
Risk: If the two components touch, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the location of the inverter and inverter fuse. if the inverter and inverter fuse are not mounted on the same surface, the inverter fuse will be relocated, and secured to the same surface as the inverter. in addition, a protective cover will be installed on the inverter fuse bar, free of charge. the recall began november 15, 2019. owners m
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Airstream Flying Cloud have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Airstream for the 2017 Flying Cloud. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2017 Airstream Flying Cloud problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.