Recall 20V577 affects 5 2021 Airstream Basecamp trailers with incorrect tire placard information. The corrected-label repair is free at any franchised Airstream dealer.
Airstream is recalling 5 2021 Basecamp trailers because the federal certification and tire placard lists the wrong tire size and inflation pressure. Using the printed 50 PSI label leaves the correct ST225/75R15E tires underinflated, increasing crash risk; Airstream dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Certification label and tire placard on a 2021 Airstream Basecamp tell an owner and service technician which tires belong on the trailer and what cold inflation pressure to use. That information matters at the tire shop, during maintenance, and before a trip, because the placard is the quick reference for tire size and pressure.
On the affected trailers, the placard printed the wrong tire information. It listed 255/55R18 at 50 PSI, but the correct tire information is ST225/75R15E at 80 PSI. Airstream traced the error to a tire product change that was not updated in its printing system before the first units with the new tires received labels.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is the label itself: it gives the wrong tire size and pressure, while the corrected label shows ST225/75R15E at 80 PSI.
Who's affected?
This recall is tied to two parts of the trailer: the certification label and the tires.
| 2021 Airstream Basecamp | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2021 Airstream Basecamp | tire |
| Units affected | 5 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 5 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?
Incorrect tire-pressure information can lead an owner to inflate the tires below the needed pressure. Underinflated tires can reduce tire performance and increase the risk of a crash. Check the VIN and schedule the label repair. Repair is free at any franchised Airstream dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Airstream Basecamp is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule the free corrected-label installation for the tire and certification placard.
- Bring the recall notice if Airstream mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V577 when you call.
- Use the correct tire information, ST225/75R15E at 80 PSI, instead of 255/55R18 at 50 PSI until the corrected labels are installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Airstream technician installs corrected Federal Certification and Tire Placard labels with the correct tire size and pressure information. The label installation and labor are free under the recall. Airstream has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you paid out of pocket for this label correction before the recall work, contact Airstream customer service or bring documentation to the dealer so the service desk can review the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 23, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 30, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 22, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| November 22, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 22, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V577?
Recall 20V577 covers 5 2021 Airstream Basecamp trailers with incorrect Federal Certification and Tire Placard information. The label lists 255/55R18 at 50 PSI, but the correct information is ST225/75R15E at 80 PSI. Airstream dealers will install corrected labels for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Airstream Basecamp is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V577. If it is, contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule installation of the corrected certification and tire placard labels. Reference recall number 20V577 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 20V577, Airstream dealers will install the corrected Federal Certification and Tire Placard labels free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is tire underinflation if the trailer is inflated to the incorrect 50 PSI placard information instead of the correct 80 PSI information. Underinflated tires increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then have the corrected labels installed by a franchised Airstream dealer.
When did Airstream start the recall repair?
Airstream began the recall repair on October 30, 2020. Because the remedy is available, an included 2021 Basecamp trailer can receive the corrected labels at a franchised Airstream dealer. Use recall number 20V577 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V577000 |
|---|---|
| Airstream customer service | 1-877-596-6505 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V577 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V577000 |
Source documents
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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 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →