Electrical receptacle
Defect Summary
On certain travel trailers, the 110-volt receptacle in the galley area of the unit is required to be protected by a ground fault interrupter (gfi) receptacle or by a gfi type breaker in the panel board. the 110-volt galley receptacle unit does not have this protection.
Safety Consequence
This condition could result in an electrical shock that could cause serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the present galley receptacle, install a nonmetallic outlet box, and install and test the gfi 110-volt receptacle free of charge. the recall began on may 18, 2006. owners may contact airstream at 937-596-6111.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Airstream, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 06V161000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V161000?
NHTSA recall 06V161000 was issued by Airstream, Inc. on May 9, 2006. It addresses: Electrical receptacle. The recall affects approximately 67 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Airstream, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V161000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.