AutoDefect IQ

2008 Airstream Base Camp problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Tires (3) · Suspension (1) · Structure:frame And Members (1)

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Complaints
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Recalls
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Service bulletins
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Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
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Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

Service bulletins (13)

Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.

Structure 2022-05-28 · 1STMON042052822 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

this newsletter provides information concerning filiform corrosion and the steps taken to neutralize it.

Tires 2022-04-28 · 1STMON041042822 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

this 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.

Wheels 2022-03-28 · 1STMON04002282 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

the newsletter talks about inspecting wheel bearings, and the advantages of using nev-r-lube bearings.

Equipment 2020-10-28 · 1STMON037102820 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

this newsletter provides detailed instructions regarding winterization of airstream travel trailers and motorhomes.

Equipment 2020-09-28 · 1STMON03692820 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

this 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.

Equipment 2020-09-01 · 1STTTN01192820 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

this 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.

Showing the 6 most recent of 13 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.

What owners report

2012-10-06 · Structure:body

“i bought a new 2008 airstream basecamp with the 3000lb axle from an airstream dealer in 2010. it is currently still new and has never been registered and used because while still at the dealer for other warranty work, it had the following issues: sidewalls have been separated from the top cap top cap has 2-4 in cracks in numerous places of the …”

2009-06-16 · Suspension · 1,500 mi

“note: i used a generic airstream trailer for the pull-down menu, as you do not have a pull-down for "other." the trailer in ? is a chalet rv ltw. contact information for chalet rv: chalet rv inc. 124 41st ave se albany, or 97322 voice: 541-791-4610 fax: 541-791-4618 e-mail: sales@chaletrv.com issue: both springs failed on a chalet r…”

2009-05-19 · Tires · 3,000 mi

“haulmark trailer with hi-run lq229 tires size 205/75/d15 tires wore out in less than 3000 miles. although inflated properly a large bubble developed on the side of the tire. the bubble burst soon after developing but the tire still held air. both tires were removed and replaced to prevent a likely blowout. closer inspection of the tread showed…”

2009-02-02 · Structure:frame And Members · 1,500 mi

“the rackandroll ?kd78? trailer i bought in mar08 has suffered tongue failure despite being operated within the load rating. the trailer was a new model for 08, a larger version of the ?kd? trailer. they differ only in width, the two trailers share all main parts except lateral members. i ordered the optional heavy-duty suspension, which raises th…”

2008-12-15 · Tires · 2,000 mi

“i experienced a tire failure on 9/1/08 on hwy 44 in mo. the tire was on a trailer purchased 3/20/08. the tire pressure had been checked prior to departure, as it had been on the day of the trip origin. tire air pressure was adjusted on the day of departure, but no air needed to be added on the day of the failure. the trailer is typically loaded …”

2008-09-16 · Tires · 6,900 mi

“tl*the contact owns a 2008 airstream classic limited (na). the vehicle has goodyear marathon tires, size 225/75r/15 (na). all four tires were defective. there was extensive tread belt separation, which resulted from both the design and manufacturer defects. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the four defective tires were repla…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.