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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V857📅 Dec 7, 2018

2019 Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain 2019 Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser recreational trailers. The inner hub bearings may not have been sufficiently greased, which can cause the bearings to overheat and fail.

💥 The risk

If the bearings overheat, the hub may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Gulf Stream will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the hubs and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2019. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's number for this recall is GS03122018.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V857000
Manufacturer recall #
GS03122018
Manufacturer
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
Vehicles affected
16
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-289-8787
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 29, 2019
Built
Oct 5, 2018 – Oct 22, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V857 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V857?

2019 Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser. 16 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Gulf Stream dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-289-8787.