Recall 24V206 covers 111 2023 Airstream Basecamp travel trailers with transposed GAWR label values. Corrected labels are free from Airstream.
Airstream is recalling 111 2023 Basecamp 16 and 16X travel trailers under recall 24V206 because the metric and imperial GAWR values on the label were transposed. The wrong weight rating can lead owners to overload the trailer, increasing crash risk; Airstream dealers will complete the repair for free once Airstream opens it.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Certification Label on a 2023 Airstream Basecamp travel trailer lists key weight ratings, including GAWR, which means gross axle weight rating. That rating tells an owner, dealer, or tire shop the maximum weight each axle is built to carry. It is part of the information used to match tires, rims, cargo, and axle loading.
On affected Basecamp trailers, the metric and imperial GAWR values were swapped when Airstream generated the label data. The trailer itself is not described as having a broken axle, tire, or rim. The defect is that the printed label gives the wrong GAWR information, so anyone relying on that label is working from incorrect weight data.
There is no warning sign before failure. This problem shows up by checking the Federal Certification Label, not through a sound, warning light, or change in how the trailer tows.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Airstream Basecamp | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 111 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect weight label can cause an owner to load the 2023 Basecamp beyond its intended limit, which raises crash risk. If your VIN is included, treat the printed label as unreliable until Airstream provides the corrected label. Repair will be free at any franchised Airstream dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Airstream Basecamp is included in this recall.
- Watch for the corrected labels Airstream mailed free of charge with the owner letter.
- Contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 if the corrected label is missing or the instructions are unclear.
- Reference recall number 24V206 when you call so Airstream can match the corrected label to your trailer.
- Avoid loading the trailer from the incorrect GAWR label; use the corrected label before travel.
What happens at the repair
Airstream's current remedy is to mail corrected weight labels to owners, free of charge. The corrected labels fix the transposed metric and imperial GAWR values on the affected 2023 Basecamp trailers. Owner letters were mailed April 11, 2024. If Airstream opens a dealer repair for this campaign, that repair will be free. If you already paid for a related label correction, Airstream's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Keep invoices and payment records when you contact Airstream customer service.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 15, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 14, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| May 14, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 14, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 14, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V206?
Recall 24V206 covers 111 2023 Airstream Basecamp travel trailers with certification labels that transpose metric and imperial GAWR values. The incorrect label can lead an owner to overload the trailer, increasing crash risk. Airstream will provide corrected labels for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Airstream Basecamp is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 24V206. If it is, use the corrected label from Airstream and contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 if you need the label or installation guidance.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Airstream will mail the corrected labels free of charge. Keep the corrected label with the trailer records after it is installed.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintentional overloading. Because the metric and imperial GAWR values were transposed, an owner can rely on the wrong weight information. Overloading the trailer increases the risk of a crash under recall 24V206.
When were owners notified about this recall?
Airstream mailed owner notification letters on April 11, 2024. If you bought the trailer used or never received the letter, check your VIN and contact Airstream customer service with recall 24V206 so they can confirm the corrected-label process.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V206000 |
|---|---|
| Airstream customer service | 1-877-596-6505 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V206 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V206000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (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 →