2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
5
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS
The 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Airstream, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer (1 complaint), Structure (1 complaint), and Unknown Or Other (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS, potentially affecting up to 3,907 vehicles.
Recall 23V772000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 3,460 vehicles affected
Defect: Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Interstate 19, Interstate 24, Interstate 24X, Rangeline and Atlas motorhomes. The Federal Certification Label and Tire Placard may indicate incorrect tire pressure and tire size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: Incorrect tire information can result in under-inflated tires or installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Airstream will mail corrected labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111 ext. 7401 or 7411.
View full details →Recall 20V391000 — SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
| 145 vehicles affected
Defect: Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain model year 2020-2021 Airstream Atlas and Interstate motorhomes equipped with VB suspension systems. The lock portion of the countersink bolts attaching the VB Suspension system to the vehicle may be too long preventing the panhard rod bracket from fully contacting the springs, resulting in bolts absorbing the load instead of the bracket.
Consequence: If the bolts carry the load rather than the bracket, it can cause them to break, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspension bolts, free of charge. This recall began August 26, 2020. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505.
View full details →Recall 19V734000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Atlas motorhomes. The SH1 Breaker Terminal may be wired incorrectly, causing some of the 12V circuits to have insufficient overcurrent protection.
Consequence: Incorrectly fused wires may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will correct the wiring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411.
View full details →Recall 19V734000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: Airstream, Inc. (Airstream) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Atlas motorhomes. The SH1 Breaker Terminal may be wired incorrectly, causing some of the 12V circuits to have insufficient overcurrent protection.
Consequence: Incorrectly fused wires may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Airstream will notify owners, and dealers will correct the wiring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Airstream customer service at 1-877-596-6505 or 1-937-596-6111, extension 7401 or 7411.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I am the owner of a 2020 Airstream Atlas motorhome (VIN [XXX] ). The vehicle has a recurring and unresolved slide-out defect that presents a serious safety hazard. While driving at highway speeds, the slide-out repeatedly disengaged and extended approximately 2–3 inches, triggering alarms and forcing me to pull over multiple times to reset the system. This occurred on numerous occasions during a long trip and posed a danger to myself and other motorists. The slide-out defect was documented previously under the prior owner at low mileage and was not permanently repaired. Despite extended repair attempts, the condition persists. After operating the vehicle with this unresolved slide-out defect, structural cracking appeared in the body/roof area of the motorhome. The manufacturer, Airstream, has declined warranty coverage for the cracking despite a formal claim submission. The vehicle has experienced excessive downtime for repairs, no loaner was provided, and the safety defect has not been resolved. I am concerned that the slide-out failure compromises the structural integrity of the motorhome and creates an unsafe condition during normal driving. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I am the owner of a 2020 Airstream Atlas motorhome (VIN [XXX] ). The vehicle has a recurring and unresolved slide-out defect that presents a serious safety hazard. While driving at highway speeds, the slide-out repeatedly disengaged and extended approximately 2–3 inches, triggering alarms and forcing me to pull over multiple times to reset the system. This occurred on numerous occasions during a long trip and posed a danger to myself and other motorists. The slide-out defect was documented previously under the prior owner at low mileage and was not permanently repaired. Despite extended repair attempts, the condition persists. After operating the vehicle with this unresolved slide-out defect, structural cracking appeared in the body/roof area of the motorhome. The manufacturer, Airstream, has declined warranty coverage for the cracking despite a formal claim submission. The vehicle has experienced excessive downtime for repairs, no loaner was provided, and the safety defect has not been resolved. I am concerned that the slide-out failure compromises the structural integrity of the motorhome and creates an unsafe condition during normal driving. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I am the owner of a 2020 Airstream Atlas motorhome (VIN [XXX] ). The vehicle has a recurring and unresolved slide-out defect that presents a serious safety hazard. While driving at highway speeds, the slide-out repeatedly disengaged and extended approximately 2–3 inches, triggering alarms and forcing me to pull over multiple times to reset the system. This occurred on numerous occasions during a long trip and posed a danger to myself and other motorists. The slide-out defect was documented previously under the prior owner at low mileage and was not permanently repaired. Despite extended repair attempts, the condition persists. After operating the vehicle with this unresolved slide-out defect, structural cracking appeared in the body/roof area of the motorhome. The manufacturer, Airstream, has declined warranty coverage for the cracking despite a formal claim submission. The vehicle has experienced excessive downtime for repairs, no loaner was provided, and the safety defect has not been resolved. I am concerned that the slide-out failure compromises the structural integrity of the motorhome and creates an unsafe condition during normal driving. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Safety Rating for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS
Airstream, Inc. has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
1STTSB1856282021 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AGM battery system enhancements to verify the Magnum Inverter Charger MMS1012-G has the proper battery charge settings, fuses, and wiring for AGM batteries.
1STTSB181102820 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
If the air ride system is locked in the down position it will not automatically adjust to the correct ride height once the vehicle is in motion. The motorhome is still safe to drive until the service bulletin can be performed. However, if the air suspension has been deflated the...
1STTSB181102820 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
If the air ride system is locked in the down position it will not automatically adjust to the correct ride height once the vehicle is in motion. The motorhome is still safe to drive until the service bulletin can be performed. However, if the air suspension has been deflated the...
1STTSB181102820 — EQUIPMENT
If the air ride system is locked in the down position it will not automatically adjust to the correct ride height once the vehicle is in motion. The motorhome is still safe to drive until the service bulletin can be performed. However, if the air suspension has been deflated the...
1STTSB181102820 — SUSPENSION
If the air ride system is locked in the down position it will not automatically adjust to the correct ride height once the vehicle is in motion. The motorhome is still safe to drive until the service bulletin can be performed. However, if the air suspension has been deflated the...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AIRSTREAM ATLAS
- 2019 AIRSTREAM ATLAS — 0 complaints
- 2020 AIRSTREAM ATLAS (current)
- 2021 AIRSTREAM ATLAS — 0 complaints
- 2022 AIRSTREAM ATLAS — 0 complaints
- 2023 AIRSTREAM ATLAS — 1 complaint
- 2024 AIRSTREAM ATLAS — 0 complaints
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