Recall 10V344 affects 737 2005-2009 Airstream Classic travel trailers for hydraulic brake controller failure. Repair is free at any franchised Airstream dealer.
Airstream recalled 737 2005-2009 Classic travel trailers with Active Technologies hydraulic brake controllers that can fail without warning, locking the trailer brakes or leaving them unable to stop the trailer. That brake failure can lead to loss of vehicle control, a crash, and serious injury; if your VIN is included, the Airstream dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The hydraulic brake controller on the 2005-2009 Airstream Classic travel trailer is the unit that manages brake force for the trailer's hydraulic service brakes. When the tow vehicle slows, the controller tells the trailer brakes how much pressure to apply so the trailer helps stop itself without pushing the tow vehicle or dragging the wheels.
In NHTSA campaign 10V344, the affected trailers are equipped with a hydraulic brake controller supplied by Active Technologies. That controller can fail unexpectedly. When it fails, the trailer brakes can lock up, or the trailer brakes can stop working completely. Either failure changes how the trailer behaves during braking and gives the driver less control over the stop.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a light, sound, pedal change, or other symptom an owner can rely on before the brake controller fails.
Who's affected?
Spans five Classic model years, all tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2008 Airstream Classic | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2007 Airstream Classic | hydraulic brake system |
| 2005 Airstream Classic | hydraulic brake system |
| 2006 Airstream Classic | hydraulic brake system |
| 2009 Airstream Classic | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 737 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
Brake lockup or brake failure can lead to loss of vehicle control, a crash, and serious injury. There is no listed warning sign before failure, so treat any change in braking as a reason to pull over safely and arrange inspection soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Airstream dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2009 Airstream Classic is included in this recall.
- Wait for Airstream's owner notice before scheduling if your VIN is included; Airstream mailed notices on August 11, 2010.
- Call Airstream customer service at 937-596-6111 if you never received the notice, and reference recall number 10V344.
- Ask about inspection of the hydraulic brake controller, which fixes the trailer-brake lockup or brake-failure risk.
- Tow the trailer or drive with extra caution until the brake-controller inspection is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Airstream technician inspects the hydraulic brake controller on the trailer. If the controller is defective, the technician replaces it under campaign 10V344. The repair described by Airstream was expected to begin during August 2010, but the remedy status is not listed here. Do not assume current scheduling from this section alone. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| July 22, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 11, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V344?
Recall 10V344 covers 737 2005-2009 Airstream Classic travel trailers with an Active Technologies hydraulic brake controller that can fail unexpectedly. The defect can lock the trailer brakes or cause complete trailer brake failure. Airstream dealers will inspect the controller and replace it free of charge if defective.
What should I do if my 2005-2009 Airstream Classic is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 10V344. If it is, contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule a brake controller inspection. Reference recall number 10V344 when you call. The inspection and any needed replacement are free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Airstream will inspect the hydraulic brake controller for free. If the controller is defective, the dealer will replace it free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control while towing. If the trailer brakes lock or fail completely, the towing vehicle and trailer can become harder to control, increasing crash and serious injury risk. Confirm the VIN and arrange the free dealer inspection.
What if I bought my Airstream Classic used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. If Airstream never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included, then call an Airstream dealer with recall number 10V344.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V344000 |
|---|---|
| Airstream customer service | 937-596-6111 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V344 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V344000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →