2018 Airstream International problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2018 Airstream International — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other International years?

International NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Airstream International problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Lighting	1	33%	new
Other	1	33%	— flat
Body & Structure	1	33%	— flat

Does the 2018 Airstream International 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.

“LOOK AT WHAT I REPORTED TO THE 110TH PRECINCT OF THE NYPD THIS AFTERNOON IN REGO PARK, NYC THERE. WOW. WHEW, I NEVER REALIZED THIS HERE, BUT I KNEW A PART OF THE LIE EB THERE B/T JUNCTION BLVD AND 97 ST THERE WAS BLOCKED OFF WITH TWO LANES THERE CAUSING ME TO USE ANOTHER SIDE ROAD THERE BECAUSE A…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 16, 2018 · crash

“LOOK AT WHAT I REPORTED TO THE 110TH PRECINCT OF THE NYPD THIS AFTERNOON IN REGO PARK, NYC THERE. WOW. WHEW, I NEVER REALIZED THIS HERE, BUT I KNEW A PART OF THE LIE EB THERE B/T JUNCTION BLVD AND 97 ST THERE WAS BLOCKED OFF WITH TWO LANES THERE CAUSING ME TO USE ANOTHER SIDE ROAD THERE BECAUSE A…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · September 16, 2018 · crash

“LOOK AT WHAT I REPORTED TO THE 110TH PRECINCT OF THE NYPD THIS AFTERNOON IN REGO PARK, NYC THERE. WOW. WHEW, I NEVER REALIZED THIS HERE, BUT I KNEW A PART OF THE LIE EB THERE B/T JUNCTION BLVD AND 97 ST THERE WAS BLOCKED OFF WITH TWO LANES THERE CAUSING ME TO USE ANOTHER SIDE ROAD THERE BECAUSE A…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · September 16, 2018 · crash

2018 Airstream International — common questions

Is the 2018 Airstream International reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Airstream International have recalls?

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

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2018 compare to other International years?

What are the most common 2018 Airstream International problems?

Does the 2018 Airstream International have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2018 Airstream International — common questions

Is the 2018 Airstream International reliable?

Does the 2018 Airstream International have recalls?

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