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2018 Airstream Globetrotter problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2018 Airstream Globetrotter — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Globetrotter years?

Globetrotter NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted2 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 2 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Globetrotter NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Airstream Globetrotter problems?

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Does the 2018 Airstream Globetrotter have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V334000OtherApril 29, 2019 · 1,848 units

Defect

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2018-2020 International, Sport, Flying Cloud, Classic, Tommy Bahama, Globetrotter, and Nest travel trailers. The forward end of the spare tire carrier may contact the ground while the trailer is moving possibly resulting in the carrier and spare tire separating from the vehicle.

Consequence

If the spare tire and tire carrier become detached it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will install corrected spare tire carrier brackets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 28, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“OUR OVERHEAD CABINET IN THE GALLERY AREA FELL DOWN WHILE TRAVELING. WE ARE UNSURE OF EXACTLY WHEN IT HAPPENED. THIS IS A KNOWN SERVICE BULLETIN, BUT NOT RECALL AND WE WERE NOT CONTACTED TO HAVE REPAIRED. IT WOULD HAVE SERIOUSLY INJURED A PERSON IF WE HAD BEEN IN THE CAMPER WHEN IT FELL AND WOULD…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 17, 2018

2018 Airstream Globetrotter — common questions

Is the 2018 Airstream Globetrotter reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Airstream Globetrotter have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Airstream Globetrotter. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.