Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V435000 Reported November 16, 2006

Fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip/workhorse

Airstream, Inc. · N/A · 149 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
06V435000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
149
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 16, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with general motors 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.

Safety Consequence

In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.

Corrective Action

Workhorse is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (please see 06v225). Dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. Owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773 or airstream at 1-937-596-6111.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Airstream, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 06V435000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 06V435000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 06V435000?

NHTSA recall 06V435000 was issued by Airstream, Inc. on November 16, 2006. It addresses: Fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip/workhorse. The recall affects approximately 149 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Airstream, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V435000 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.