Recall 17V230000: 2011–2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 4, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 251
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Amerilite trailers, model 14RBC. The Federal Placard on these vehicles may have incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
The risk
Incorrect GVWR information may result in the trailer being overloaded, affecting the tires or the vehicle's handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Gulf Stream will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's number for this recall is GS040417.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Gulf Stream Amerilite
- 2012 Gulf Stream Amerilite
- 2013 Gulf Stream Amerilite
- 2014 Gulf Stream Amerilite
- 2015 Gulf Stream Amerilite
- 2016 Gulf Stream Amerilite
- 2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V230000
- Manufacturer campaign
- GS040417
- Manufacturer
- Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 28, 2017
- Components
- Equipment:other:labels (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology