Recall 18V832 affects 31 2019 Airstream Interstate motorhomes for oversized coach battery fuses. Repair is free at any franchised Airstream dealer.
Airstream is recalling 31 2019 Interstate motorhomes because some coach battery fuses were built with 150 amp fuses instead of the specified 100 amp fuses, allowing the battery cables to be overloaded. Overloaded battery cables can overheat and increase the risk of a fire, so Airstream dealers will replace the fuses free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The coach battery fuses on the 2019 Airstream Interstate motorhomes are protective electrical links in the battery circuit. They are supposed to open the circuit when current rises above the designed limit, stopping the coach battery cables from carrying more electrical load than they were designed to handle.
On affected Interstate motorhomes, Airstream found 150 amp fuses installed where 100 amp fuses were specified. A fuse with the higher rating lets more current pass before it opens. That leaves the battery cables exposed to an overload before the fuse does its job.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the rating on the coach battery fuses, so it is found by inspecting the fuses, not by waiting for a symptom.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Airstream Interstate | wiring |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 31 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Airstream Interstate motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overloaded battery cables can overheat and increase the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before the cables overheat, so treat burning smells, smoke, or electrical heat as a reason to stop using the vehicle and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Airstream dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Airstream Interstate is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule the free coach battery fuse repair.
- Ask the dealer to replace the 150 amp coach battery fuses with 100 amp fuses so the battery cables are not overloaded.
- Bring the recall notice if Airstream mailed one, or reference recall number 18V832 when you call.
- Call Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 with questions about scheduling or dealer availability.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Airstream technician removes the incorrect 150 amp coach battery fuses and installs the correct 100 amp fuses. The fuse swap is meant to keep the coach battery cables from being overloaded by fuses rated higher than specified. The recall repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm that the coach battery fuses were changed before you pick up the motorhome.
Timeline
| November 26, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 8, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 25, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| January 25, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 25, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V832?
Recall 18V832 covers 31 2019 Airstream Interstate motorhomes with incorrect coach battery fuses. Airstream says 150 amp fuses were installed where 100 amp fuses were needed, which lets battery cables overload and overheat. Airstream dealers replace the fuses for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Airstream Interstate is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 18V832. If it is, contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule the fuse replacement. Reference recall number 18V832 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Airstream's remedy says dealers will remove the 150 amp fuses and install 100 amp fuses free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The wrong fuse rating lets the coach battery cables carry too much load before the fuse protects the circuit. Overloaded battery cables can overheat, so confirm your VIN and schedule the free fuse replacement if your motorhome is included.
What if I bought my Airstream Interstate used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received Airstream's owner notice, check your VIN, then call a franchised Airstream dealer and reference recall number 18V832.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V832000 |
|---|---|
| Airstream customer service | 1-877-596-6505 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V832 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V832000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →