2013 Airstream Interstate problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2013 Airstream Interstate — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other Interstate years?

Interstate NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Airstream Interstate problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	1	100%	new

Does the 2013 Airstream Interstate have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

13V632000OtherDecember 18, 2013 · 552 units

Defect

Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling 2013-2014 Airstream Interstate recereational vehicles manufactured August 2012 through October 2013. In the affected vehicles, the installation of the propane tank and the regulator may damage the regulator, allowing propane to escape out of the safety release vent if it experiences an over pressurized condition.

Consequence

If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed storage area, in the presence of an ignition source, the escaping propane can collect and potentially cause a fire and or explosion to occur.

Remedy

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator on the propane tank, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2014. Owners may contact the Airstream Warranty/Service Department by phone at 1-937-596-6111.

12V596000Electrical SystemDecember 20, 2012 · 576 units

Defect

Airstream is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Interstate motorhomes manufactured August 2007, through December 2012 and equipped with the rear sofa floor plan. The electrical equipment underneath the sofa may come in contact with the seat belt buckle or metal cables from the seat.

Consequence

If the metal sofa components come in contact with the electrical components, electrical arcing could occur. Arcing may lead to a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover over the electrical components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by late January 2013. Owners may contact Airstream at 1-877-596-6111.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED TO ME IN 2014 AND I DIDN'T THINK MUCH ABOUT IT UNTIL RECENTLY TALKING TO OTHER OWNERS OF THE AIRSTREAM INTERSTATE WHO HAVE HAD SIMILAR OR WORSE INCIDENTS. THAT KNOWLEDGE CAUSED ME TO FILE THIS BELATED REPORT SINCE CURRENT AIRSTREAM INTERSTATES HAVE THIS SAME ISSUE. THIS…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 13, 2014

2013 Airstream Interstate — common questions

Is the 2013 Airstream Interstate reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Airstream Interstate have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Airstream Interstate. 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 2013 compare to other Interstate years?

What are the most common 2013 Airstream Interstate problems?

Does the 2013 Airstream Interstate have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2013 Airstream Interstate — common questions

Is the 2013 Airstream Interstate reliable?

Does the 2013 Airstream Interstate have recalls?

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