2003 Airstream Sky Deck problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2003 Airstream Sky Deck.
Recalls filed by Airstream
Electrical System #05V323000 · 2005 · 213 units
Problem: Certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with actia corporate instrument clusters fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss)nos. 101 "controls and displays" and 105 "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the incorrect software programmed into the instrument panel cluster such that certain driver warnings required by fmvss 101 and 105 are not displayed. as a result of this incorrect software, the instrument panel cluster may fail to illuminate warning lamps indicating brake system failure codes.
Risk: Drivers would not be warned of brake system failures.
Fix: Airstream is working with workhorse to notify owners and have the repair performed on their vehicles. owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731 or airstream at 1-877-596-6505.
Equipment #07V083000 · 2007 · 5,084 units
Problem: 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: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Fix: 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 sche
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2003 Airstream Sky Deck have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Airstream for the 2003 Sky Deck. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2003 Airstream Sky Deck problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.