Recall 19V655 covers 409 2016-2017 Airstream Flying Cloud and International trailers for inverter-fuse contact. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
Airstream is recalling 409 2016-2017 Flying Cloud and International trailers under recall 19V655 because the vertically mounted inverter can contact the floor-mounted inverter fuse. If those parts touch, an electrical short can increase the risk of a fire, and Airstream dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The inverter in these 2016-2017 Airstream Flying Cloud and International travel trailers changes battery power into household-style power for onboard electrical equipment. The inverter fuse protects that circuit by breaking the connection when electrical current rises beyond its safe limit. On these trailers, the inverter is mounted vertically above a floor-mounted inverter fuse.
The problem starts with the inverter's wall fasteners, the hardware that holds the inverter in place. If those fasteners fail, the inverter drops or shifts into the fuse below it. That puts energized electrical parts in contact where they do not belong and creates the kind of electrical event Airstream found in affected 19FT trailers.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a light, sound, smell, or visible change before the inverter moves enough to contact the fuse.
Who's affected?
Flying Cloud and International trailers are listed for the 2016 and 2017 model years, all with the same wiring component.
| 2016 Airstream Flying Cloud | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2017 Airstream Flying Cloud | wiring |
| 2016 Airstream International | wiring |
| 2017 Airstream International | wiring |
| Units affected | 409 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the inverter and inverter fuse touch, the contact can create an electrical short and increase the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before this failure, so schedule the inspection and repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Airstream Flying Cloud or International trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule the free inverter and inverter-fuse inspection.
- Ask the dealer to relocate and secure the inverter fuse if needed, and install the protective fuse-bar cover so the inverter and fuse cannot touch.
- Bring the recall notice if Airstream mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V655 when you call.
- Call Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 with questions before your dealer visit.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an International technician inspects where the inverter and inverter fuse are mounted. If they are not secured to the same surface, the technician relocates the inverter fuse, fastens it on the same surface as the inverter, and installs a protective cover on the inverter fuse bar. The inspection, parts, and labor are free under recall 19V655. Airstream has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so ask customer service how to submit documentation for any related repair you already paid for.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 16, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 15, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 15, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| November 15, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 15, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V655?
Recall 19V655 covers 409 2016-2017 Airstream Flying Cloud and International 19-foot trailers with an inverter fuse that can contact the vertically mounted inverter. If those parts touch, an electrical short can occur and increase fire risk. Airstream dealers inspect and correct the fuse mounting for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Airstream Flying Cloud or International is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V655. If it is, contact an Airstream dealer and ask for the inverter and inverter fuse inspection. Reference recall number 19V655 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. Airstream dealers inspect the inverter and inverter fuse location, relocate and secure the fuse when needed, and install a protective cover on the inverter fuse bar free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an electrical short that increases the risk of fire. The concern is the vertically mounted inverter contacting the floor mounted inverter fuse. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair before using the trailer again.
What if I bought my Airstream trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016-2017 Flying Cloud or International trailer is included, then call an Airstream dealer with recall number 19V655.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V655000 |
|---|---|
| Airstream customer service | 1-877-596-6505 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V655 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V655000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (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 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →