Recall 21V590 affects 29 2022 Airstream Interstate recreational vehicles for improperly wired inverters. Repair is free at any franchised Airstream dealer.
Airstream is recalling 29 2022 Interstate recreational vehicles because the inverters were wired with incorrectly sized wires and circuit breakers. The inverter circuit can overload and raise the risk of a fire; Airstream dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The inverter in the 2022 Airstream Interstate is the electrical unit that changes battery power into household-style power for onboard outlets and equipment. Its wiring and circuit breakers have to match the load the inverter carries. The breakers are supposed to protect the wiring by shutting the circuit down when current rises above the safe rating.
On affected Interstate 24X motorhomes, the Xantrex 2000w inverter/charger was installed with incorrectly sized Romex wiring and output circuit breakers. Airstream traced the issue to a misread installation instruction and a print error that confused installers. The result is an inverter circuit that does not match the corrected 12/2-gauge wiring setup used after production changed.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a dashboard light, noise, or visible symptom from the inverter wiring before the problem shows up during use or inspection.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Airstream Interstate | wiring |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 29 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Airstream Interstate motorhome is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overloaded inverter electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before an overload, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon if it is. Repair is free at any franchised Airstream dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Airstream Interstate is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule the free wiring and circuit-breaker repair that prevents the inverter circuit from being overloaded.
- Bring the recall notice if Airstream mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V590 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether to limit inverter use until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Airstream technician installs additional wiring and circuit breakers for the inverter wiring covered by this recall. The repair parts and labor are free. Airstream has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for related inverter wiring repairs before the recall notice. Bring documentation for those out-of-pocket repairs to the service desk, or contact Airstream customer service and ask how to submit the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 30, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 3, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 28, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| September 28, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V590?
Recall 21V590 covers 29 2022 Airstream Interstate 24X recreational vehicles with inverter wiring, wire sizing, and circuit breaker defects. The inverter electrical circuit can overload and increase fire risk. Airstream dealers will install additional wiring and circuit breakers for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Airstream Interstate is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 21V590. If it is, contact a franchised Airstream dealer to schedule the inverter wiring and circuit breaker repair. Reference recall number 21V590 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost, and Airstream dealers will install the additional wiring and circuit breakers free of charge. Airstream lists customer service at 1-877-596-6505 for recall questions.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an overloaded inverter electrical circuit. The recall covers incorrectly sized wires and circuit breakers in the inverter system. If your VIN is included, have the dealer complete the free wiring and circuit breaker repair before relying on that system.
When were owners notified about recall 21V590?
Airstream mailed owner notification letters on September 3, 2021. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call an Airstream dealer with recall number 21V590.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V590000 |
|---|---|
| Airstream customer service | 1-877-596-6505 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V590 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V590000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →