Recall 07V-136: 1997–2003 Gulf Stream Ameri-Lite, 1997–2003 Gulf Stream Atrium and 26 more

GULF STREAM COACH, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Mar 20, 2007, covering about 38,767 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-136
Report date
Mar 20, 2007
Vehicles affected
38,767
Owners notified
Jun 28, 2007

The problem

Certain motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

The risk

Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

The fix

Gulf stream will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. The recall began on june 28, 2007. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761.

Notes

Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerGULF STREAM COACH, INC.
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V136000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Gulf Stream Ameri-Lite1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Atrium1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Btouring Cruiser1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Canyon Trail1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Capri1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Cavalier1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Commercial1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Conquest1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Crescendo1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Endura1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Friendship1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Independence1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream INNSBRUCK1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Kingsley1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Kingsport1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Mako1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Palm Breeze1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Prairie Schooner1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Seahawk1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Stream-Lite1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Sun Sport1997All years
Gulf Stream Sun Voyager1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Sunsport1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Tourmaster1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Ultra1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years
Gulf Stream Vista Cruiser1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2027All years
Gulf Stream Yellowstone1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 07V-136?

Certain motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

How is recall 07V-136 fixed?

Gulf stream will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. The recall began on june 28, 2007. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.