2023 Airstream Bambi recalls and problems

The 2023 Airstream Bambi has 3 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is service brakes.

How the 2023 compares

Too few model years with complaints to compare.

3recalls

1complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

—median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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3 recalls

Electrical System

Jul 27, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V519000 · 74 vehicles

Problem: Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bambi, Basecamp, Caravel, Flying Cloud, Globetrotter, International, and Interstate travel trailers. The SmartPlug 30 Amp inlet manufactured with the manganese bronze D-rings may crack or fail when over tightened.

Risk: A D-ring that cracks or fails may allow wires to loosen, causing electrical arcing and increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will inspect and replace the SmartPlug 30-amp inlet as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Equipment

Jun 21, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V435000 · 137 vehicles

Problem: Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2023 Bambi vehicles. The capacity of the freshwater tank was overstated, resulting in an incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Airstream will mail corrected labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Equipment

Mar 1, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V134000 · 6,827 vehicles

Problem: Airstream Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Basecamp, Bambi, Atlas, and Interstate travel trailers, equipped with certain SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops. The internal aluminum burner tubes that connect to the gas valves may fracture and cause a gas leak.

Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will install a regulator support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 29, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream Customer Service at 877-596-6111 (Travel Trailer ext. 7491) or (Touring Coach ext. 7401).

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Service Brakes1

Unknown or other1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2023 vs. other Airstream Bambi years

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Questions

Does the 2023 Airstream Bambi have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns covering the 2023 Airstream Bambi, the latest from Jul 27, 2023 (electrical system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Airstream Bambi?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention service brakes (1), unknown or other (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.