Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V532000 Reported November 6, 2012

The hydraulic brake hose may fail due to flexing

Airstream, Inc. · N/A · 715 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V532000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Airstream, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
715
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 6, 2012

Defect Summary

Airstream is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 airstream classic recreational vehicles manufactured between may 2005 and april 2009. the brake hose may flex near the fitting on the brake assembly and lead to hose fatigue. also, during suspension travel, the brake hose may rub on the underside of the trailer.

Safety Consequence

As a result of flexing or rubbing, the brake hose may fail causing a loss of brake pressure, reducing braking performance. The loss of braking ability could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace and reroute the brake lines, free of charge. the recall began on november 19, 2012. owners may contact airstream at 1-937-538-1268.

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 12V532000 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 12V532000

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

What is recall 12V532000?

NHTSA recall 12V532000 was issued by Airstream, Inc. on November 6, 2012. It addresses: The hydraulic brake hose may fail due to flexing. The recall affects approximately 715 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 12V532000 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.