NHTSA vehicle safety data
2023 Airstream Bambi Recalls & Complaints
The 2023 Airstream Bambi has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Airstream dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2023 Airstream Bambi. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2023 Airstream Bambi owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 Airstream Bambi, describing incidents dated October 12, 2023.
Most-cited components
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11625366 · Filed
I have had several issues with this vehicle but I found out today I was sold the wrong hitch sway control AND electronic brake control for my tow vehicle. I’ve been driving unsafely for a year now because of the dealer - Portland Airstream Adventures. This company’s records should be audited to…
Cracked D-Ring in 30-Amp Inlet May Cause Fire
NHTSA #23V519000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice
Reported July 27, 2023 · Airstream, Inc.
Potentially affected: 74 vehicles
Repair completion: 77.94% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified August 8, 2023
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A D-ring that cracks or fails may allow wires to loosen, causing electrical arcing and increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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.
Incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110
NHTSA #23V435000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported June 21, 2023 · Airstream, Inc.
Potentially affected: 137 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified July 26, 2023
Defect description
Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2023 Bambi vehicles. The capacity of the freshwater tank was overstated, resulting in an incorrect Cargo Carrying Capacity label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Safety consequence
An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Airstream will mail corrected labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2023. 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.
Gas Valves May Fracture Causing Gas Leak
NHTSA #23V134000 · Equipment — Appliance — Oven/Stove/Cooktop · NHTSA notice
Reported March 1, 2023 · Airstream, Inc.
Potentially affected: 6,827 vehicles
Repair completion: 56.35% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified April 25, 2023
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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).
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.
Other Airstream Bambi model years
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