Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V159000 Reported May 15, 2009

Rear reflex reflectors lighting/fmvss 108

Airstream, Inc. · N/A · 2,052 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V159000
Manufacturer Campaign
050709
Manufacturer
Airstream, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,052
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 15, 2009

Defect Summary

Airstream is recalling 2,052 my 2002-2009 bambi, international, safari, 75th anniversary, dwr, and ocean breeze travel trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the travel trailers were built without rear reflex reflectors.

Safety Consequence

Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of vehicle increase the potential for a crash.

Corrective Action

Airstream will send dealers separate reflectors to the affected customers and dealers along with instructions for proper installation. customers will have the option of installing the reflectors or taking the travel trailer to the nearest airstream certified dealers. this will be done free of charge. the recall began on may 15, 2009. owners may contact airstream at 1-937-596-6849.

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 09V159000 or campaign 050709.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V159000

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

What is recall 09V159000?

NHTSA recall 09V159000 was issued by Airstream, Inc. on May 15, 2009. It addresses: Rear reflex reflectors lighting/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 2,052 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 09V159000 or the manufacturer campaign number 050709. 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.