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Airstream Interstate Manual

The Airstream Interstate is a camper van built by Airstream. Federal safety records on it cover model years 2004 to 2026. This page shows how its systems work, every recall on file for it, and where to find the official owner's manual.

Built byAirstream
KindCamper van
Model years on record2004 to 2026
Recalls on file22

The official owner's manual

Airstream keeps owner's manuals online, free to read. Pick the model year of your rig. It is on the sticker by the entry door.

Airstream owner's manuals

Component manuals

How its systems work

Our free manuals for every system on a camper van. The ones its recalls touched come first.

8 recalls touch thisShore power and batteries30 amp and 50 amp shore power, the 12 volt battery side and the inverter. What runs on what, and how not to trip a breaker.Free manualFresh water and the water heaterCity water, the fresh tank, the pump and the water heater. How to fill it, turn it on and keep it clean.Free manualThe water heaterGas, electric or both. How to fill it, light it, drain it and care for the anode rod, plus what to do when there is no hot water.Free manualBlack and gray tanksThe order, the hose, the valves and what to put down the toilet. Dumping your tanks the right way, step by step.Free manualThe toiletHow to flush, what paper to use and how to keep the black tank from clogging or smelling.Free manualSolar and lithium batteriesHow solar charges your batteries, what lithium changes, and how to tell how much power you really have left.Free manualPropane, furnace and fridgeOpening the tanks, lighting the stove, running the furnace and fridge, and what to do if you smell gas.Free manualPropane, smoke and CO alarmsWhere each alarm is, what each one means, how to test them and why the propane alarm sometimes beeps on a low battery.Free manualThe refrigeratorGas and electric absorption fridges, 12 volt compressor fridges, how long they take to cool and how to keep food cold on the road.Free manualThe furnaceA propane furnace with a 12 volt fan. How it starts, why it drains the battery and what to check when it blows cold air.Free manualThe roof air conditionerHow much power it needs, why it freezes up, how to clean the filters and what to try before you call for help.Free manualRoof and sealsWater is the biggest enemy of an RV. How to check the roof and seams, which sealant to use and the signs of a leak.Free manualSlide outsWhen to open them, when not to, and what to check first. Slide outs are the most common repair on a rental, and most of it is avoidable.Free manualAwningsPower and manual awnings, how to set them, and why wind is the thing that breaks them.Free manualLeveling and jacksBlocks, tongue jacks, stabilizers and auto leveling. How to get level, why it matters and why stabilizers are not for lifting.Free manualWinterizing and spring start upDrain it, bypass the water heater and fill the lines with RV antifreeze. Then how to undo it all in spring.Free manualGeneratorsStarting it, loading it, keeping it healthy, and staying safe from exhaust.Free manualTowing a car behind a motorhomeWhich cars can be towed four down, the gear you need, and the steps before and after every tow.Free manualTires, wheels and bearingsTire age, pressure and load, lug nut torque and when to service trailer wheel bearings. The parts that cause the most trouble on the road.Free manualWeight and payloadWhat GVWR, cargo capacity and tongue weight mean, how to weigh your rig, and why sway almost always starts with weight.

Recalls on file

NHTSA has 22 recalls on file for the Airstream Interstate. The most common areas are electrical system (4), fuses and circuit breakers (4) and labels (3). Each one is listed below as filed. A recall is fixed free at a dealer, even on a used rig, and even years later.

Recalls on the engine, brakes and chassis of a motorhome are often filed under the chassis maker, such as Ford, Freightliner or Mercedes, not under the coach. A VIN check shows both.

Electrical system · model years 2025 to 2026 · 26V401000, filed June 24, 2026

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2026 Classic recreational trailers and 2025-2027 Interstate recreational vehicles, equipped with certain MaxxAir N-Series Maxxfan rooftop ventilation fans. The printed circuit board may fail during certain operations and overheat.

What can happen. An overheated printed circuit board increases the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will replace the printed circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2026. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026.

Campaign 26V401000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

Structure · model years 2025 to 2026 · 25V450000, filed July 9, 2025

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2025 - 2026 Interstate motorhomes. The Parametric Special Module (PSM) may fail to lock the controls, allowing the awning to be extended during transit.

What can happen. An extended awning can detach, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix. Dealers will correct the PSM pinning assignment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2025. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 25V450000. See it on NHTSA

Fuses and circuit breakers · model year 2024 · 24V432000, filed June 13, 2024

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2024 Interstate motorhomes. The 12-volt in-line fuse that provides back-up power to the water heater/furnace system was not installed.

What can happen. A missing fuse cannot prevent the supply wire from overheating during a short circuit, increasing the risk of fire.

The fix. Dealers will install a 12-volt fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2024. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at support@airstream.com, 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-611 ext. 7401.

Campaign 24V432000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

Labels · model years 2019 to 2024 · 23V772000, filed November 17, 2023

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Interstate 19, Interstate 24, Interstate 24X, Rangeline and Atlas motorhomes. The Federal Certification Label and Tire Placard may indicate incorrect tire pressure and tire size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What can happen. Incorrect tire information can result in under-inflated tires or installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix. Airstream will mail corrected labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 23V772000. See it on NHTSA

Electrical system · model years 2023 to 2024 · 23V519000, filed July 27, 2023

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bambi, Basecamp, Caravel, Flying Cloud, Globetrotter, International, and Interstate travel trailers. The SmartPlug 30 Amp inlet manufactured with the manganese bronze D-rings may crack or fail when over tightened.

What can happen. A D-ring that cracks or fails may allow wires to loosen, causing electrical arcing and increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the SmartPlug 30-amp inlet as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 23V519000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

Fuses and circuit breakers · model years 2023 to 2024 · 23V454000, filed June 28, 2023

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Interstate 24 and Interstate 19 motorhomes. The main cable from the battery to the fuse panel may be under-protected by a 200-amp fuse, which could allow the wiring to overheat in the event of a short circuit.

What can happen. Wiring that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will replace the 200-amp fuse with a 50-amp fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 23V454000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

Oven/stove/cooktop · model years 2021 to 2023 · 23V134000, filed March 1, 2023

What is wrong. Airstream Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Basecamp, Bambi, Atlas, and Interstate travel trailers, equipped with certain SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops. The internal aluminum burner tubes that connect to the gas valves may fracture and cause a gas leak.

What can happen. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will install a regulator support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 29, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream Customer Service at 877-596-6111 (Travel Trailer ext. 7491) or (Touring Coach ext. 7401).

Campaign 23V134000. See it on NHTSA

Structure · model years 2022 to 2023 · 22V933000, filed December 15, 2022

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Interstate 24X motorhomes. The fasteners that hold the overhead galley cabinet may fail, causing the cabinet to detach from the interior wall.

What can happen. An overhead galley cabinet that detaches can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix. Dealers will install additional fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 22V933000. See it on NHTSA

Oven/stove/cooktop · model years 2021 to 2022 · 22V595000, filed August 8, 2022

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Basecamp, Bambi, Atlas, Interstate, and Interstate 19 travel trailers equipped with certain 2-burner cooktops. The burner control valves may become damaged, causing a gas leak.

What can happen. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the cooktop, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 22V595000. See it on NHTSA

Fuses and circuit breakers · model year 2022 · 21V590000, filed July 30, 2021

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2022 Interstate 24X recreational vehicles. The inverters may have been improperly wired with incorrectly sized wires and circuit breakers.

What can happen. The inverter electrical circuit could become overloaded, which can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will install additional wiring and circuit breakers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 21V590000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

Labels · model years 2020 to 2021 · 21V275000, filed April 21, 2021

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Interstate vehicles. The Federal Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) may have incorrect occupant cargo carrying capacity weight listed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

What can happen. The operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and provide a new label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 10, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 21V275000. See it on NHTSA

Electrical system · model year 2021 · 21V272000, filed April 21, 2021

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2021 Interstate 19 touring coaches. The wiring harness for the radio may have an undersized wire.

What can happen. An undersized wire may melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the circuit breaker to limit the current passing through the wire to prevent an overload condition, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 21V272000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

Multiple axle · model years 2020 to 2021 · 20V391000, filed July 2, 2020

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain model year 2020-2021 Airstream Atlas and Interstate motorhomes equipped with VB suspension systems. The lock portion of the countersink bolts attaching the VB Suspension system to the vehicle may be too long preventing the panhard rod bracket from fully contacting the springs, resulting in bolts absorbing the load instead of the bracket.

What can happen. If the bolts carry the load rather than the bracket, it can cause them to break, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspension bolts, free of charge. This recall began August 26, 2020. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505.

Campaign 20V391000. See it on NHTSA

Labels · model years 2018 to 2019 · 19V906000, filed December 18, 2019

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Interstate motorhomes. The Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity (OCCC) Label may indicate the incorrect occupant cargo carrying capacity, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."

What can happen. An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will provide new OCCC labels with the correct occupant and cargo carry capacity, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 19V906000. See it on NHTSA

Fuses and circuit breakers · model year 2019 · 18V832000, filed November 26, 2018

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019 Airstream Interstate 19 motorhomes. 150 amp fuses may have been used for the coach battery fuses instead of 100 amp fuses, potentially allowing the battery cables to be overloaded.

What can happen. Overloaded battery cables may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will remove the 150 amp fuses and install 100 amp fuses, free of charges. The recall began January 8, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111, extensions 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 18V832000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

General RV equipment · model years 2015 to 2016 · 15V336000, filed June 2, 2015

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Airstream Interstate NCV3 B motorhomes manufactured August 1, 2014, to May 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, if the screen door is in the closed position and the vehicle's curbside sliding door is closed, the motorhome occupants may not be able to move the screen door in order to open the sliding door to exit the vehicle.

What can happen. If occupants are unable to open the sliding door and exit the vehicle in the event of an emergency, they would be at an increased risk of injury.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will attach a stop on the screen door to keep the sliding door from shutting if the screen door is closed, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111 extension 7401 or 7411.

Campaign 15V336000. See it on NHTSA

Roof and pillars · model year 2015 · 15V190000, filed March 31, 2015

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain model year 2015 Interstate motorhomes manufactured from October 6, 2014, through March 25, 2015, and built on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. In the affected vehicles, the abutting wedge, a component attached to the door jamb to make opening the door easier after a severe frontal crash, may have been installed incorrectly.

What can happen. If a vehicle that has an incorrectly installed abutting wedge is involved in a severe frontal crash, a greater force may be necessary to open the doors, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix. Mercedes Benz will notify owners on behalf of Airstream, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, correct the abutting wedge installation, free of charge. Owners were notified on April 10, 2015. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-937-596-6111 or owners may contact Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Customer Service at 1-877-762-8267.

Campaign 15V190000. See it on NHTSA

General RV equipment · model years 2013 to 2014 · 13V632000, filed December 18, 2013

What is wrong. Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling 2013-2014 Airstream Interstate recereational vehicles manufactured August 2012 through October 2013. In the affected vehicles, the installation of the propane tank and the regulator may damage the regulator, allowing propane to escape out of the safety release vent if it experiences an over pressurized condition.

What can happen. If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed storage area, in the presence of an ignition source, the escaping propane can collect and potentially cause a fire and or explosion to occur.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator on the propane tank, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2014. Owners may contact the Airstream Warranty/Service Department by phone at 1-937-596-6111.

Campaign 13V632000. See it on NHTSA

Electrical system · model years 2008 to 2013 · 12V596000, filed December 20, 2012

What is wrong. Airstream is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Interstate motorhomes manufactured August 2007, through December 2012 and equipped with the rear sofa floor plan. The electrical equipment underneath the sofa may come in contact with the seat belt buckle or metal cables from the seat.

What can happen. If the metal sofa components come in contact with the electrical components, electrical arcing could occur. Arcing may lead to a vehicle fire.

The fix. Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover over the electrical components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by late January 2013. Owners may contact Airstream at 1-877-596-6111.

Campaign 12V596000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our shore power and batteries manual.

Buckle assembly · model years 2009 to 2012 · 11V349000, filed July 8, 2011

What is wrong. AIRSTREAM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 INTERSTATE TOURING COACHES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 18, 2008, THROUGH JUNE 24, 2011. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE WIRE COULD BE DAMAGED OR SEVERED WHEN THE DRIVER'S SEAT IS ADJUSTED FORWARD, BACKWARD, OR SWIVELED. THIS WIRE ALLOWS COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AND THE VEHICLE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) INDICATING IF THE DRIVER'S SEAT IS OCCUPIED AND THE SEAT BELT IS BUCKLED.

What can happen. IF THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE WIRE IS DAMAGED OR SEVERED, THE SEAT BELT TENSIONER WILL NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY ALLOWING THE DRIVER TO NOT BE SECURED TO THE SEAT, PREVENTING PROPER OPERATION OF THE SRS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE DRIVER IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

The fix. AIRSTREAM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE COACHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 21, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRSTREAM AT 1-937-538-1268.

Campaign 11V349000. See it on NHTSA

Seats · model years 2008 to 2009 · 08V334000, filed July 23, 2008

What is wrong. AIRSTREAM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MY 2008-2009 CLASS B VANS BUILT WITH FACTORY INSTALLED DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT SWIVEL MECHANISMS. THESE VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS."

What can happen. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT DURING A FRONTAL IMPACT, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT SWIVEL MECHANISM COULD FAIL CAUSING SEVERE INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANTS.

The fix. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE SEAT SWIVEL MECHANISMS WITH MODIFIED SEAT SWIVEL MECHANISMS THAT HAVE BEEN REINFORCED AND CONTAINS A STRONGER SWIVEL LOCKING BOLT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRSTREAM AT 1-937-596-6111.

Campaign 08V334000. See it on NHTSA

General RV equipment · model years 2004 to 2007 · 08V367000, filed July 21, 2008

What is wrong. AIRSTREAM IS RECALLING 4,450 MY 2004-2007 SAFARI, INTERNATIONAL, INTERSTATE, LAND YACHT, CLASSIC, MY 2004-2006 SKYDECK, AND MY 2006 PARKWAY TRAVEL TRAILERS AND MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION. THE REFRIGERATOR MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.

What can happen. IF THIS SOLUTION IS EXPOSED TO AN IGNITION SOURCE UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

The fix. AIRSTREAM IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST THE OWNER IN LOCATING DEALERSHIPS OR SERVICE CENTERS AND WILL PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH SCHEDULING OF APPOINTMENTS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOMETIC/STERICYCLE AT 1-888-446-5157 OR AIRSTREAM AT 1-937-596-6111.

Campaign 08V367000. See it on NHTSA

Check your own rig. Put your VIN into the NHTSA recall lookup. It shows any open recall on that exact rig, including the chassis.

Questions owners ask

Where can I find the Airstream Interstate owner's manual?

Airstream keeps its owner's manuals online. Look up your model year there. Our free manuals on this page explain how each system works.

Does the Airstream Interstate have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 22 recalls for it. The most common area is electrical system. Check your own VIN on the NHTSA site to see if yours was fixed.

Is a recall repair free on a used RV?

Yes. A safety recall is fixed free by the maker's dealers no matter who owns the rig now or how old it is. Call the maker or any dealer for that brand with your VIN.

Where is the VIN on an RV?

Look for a sticker by the entry door, inside a cabinet near the door, or on the tongue or front frame of a trailer. The title and registration show it too.

Renting one from us? Call or text 909-259-RVDR before you try a fix. We would rather talk you through it than have you guess, and it is free.
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