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NHTSA Recall 22V452000: Multiple axle (suspension)

Airstream, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 224 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Airstream Caravel.

224
vehicles potentially affected
5
models affected
2022
owners notified (August 23)
NHTSA campaign22V452000
ComponentSUSPENSION › MULTIPLE AXLE
Report receivedJune 24, 2022
Owner notificationAugust 23, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2022 Caravel, Flying Cloud, Globetrotter, International and Pottery Barn travel trailers. The 42mm cartridge bearing washer within the hub assembly may crack, causing the hub to separate from the axle wheel end.

Safety risk

Hub separation from the wheel end may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the 42mm cartridge bearing washer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 23, 2020. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V452000

Make and modelModel years
Airstream Caravel2022
Airstream Flying Cloud2022
Airstream Globetrotter2022
Airstream International2022
Airstream Pottery Barn2022

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.