Recall 08V-418: 2005, 2008–2009 Gulf Stream Friendship, 2005, 2008–2009 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser and 1 more
GULF STREAM COACH, INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Aug 15, 2008, covering about 28 vehicles.
The problem
Gulf stream is recalling 38 my 2005, 2008 and 2009 friendship, scenic cruiser, and tourmaster recreational vehicles equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears. These steering gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculating balls to escape from the recirculating ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
The risk
The operator may notice higher required steering wheel inputs, or the need for more steering wheel adjustments while driving in a straight line in combination with metallic cracking noises prior to a loss of steering. Loss of steering could result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Gulf stream is working with daimler trucks to have the steering gear replace (Please see 07v343). Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761.
Notes
Customers may also 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
| Manufacturer | GULF STREAM COACH, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V418000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Stream Friendship | 2005, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser | 2005, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Tourmaster | 2005, 2008, 2009 | All 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 08V-418?
Gulf stream is recalling 38 my 2005, 2008 and 2009 friendship, scenic cruiser, and tourmaster recreational vehicles equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears. These steering gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculating balls to escape from the recirculating ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
How is recall 08V-418 fixed?
Gulf stream is working with daimler trucks to have the steering gear replace (Please see 07v343). Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 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.