Recall 09V-382: 2002–2004 Gulf Stream Atrium, 2002–2003 Gulf Stream Friendship and 6 more
GULF STREAM COACH, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 1, 2009, covering about 242 vehicles.
The problem
Gulf stream is recalling certain motorhomes equipped with norcold model 1200lr, 1200lrim, and 1201lrim refrigerators with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak. If a leak occurs and the refrigerator continues to be operated after solution circulation has ceased the heat source could generate very high temperatures. At such high temperatures, the cooling unit could rupture.
The risk
If a leak occurs and the unit continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
The fix
Gulf stream is working with norcold and the vehicle's refrigerator will be repaired free of charge. Please also see norcold's defect notice 09e-027. The safety recall began on october 20, 2009. Owners may contact gulf stream at 1-800-289-8787 or norcold's recall center at 1-800-767-9101.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GULF STREAM COACH, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V382000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Stream Atrium | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Friendship | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Independence | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Sun Voyager | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Tourmaster | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Tourmaster Elite | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Gulf Stream Yellowstone | 2002, 2003 | 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 09V-382?
Gulf stream is recalling certain motorhomes equipped with norcold model 1200lr, 1200lrim, and 1201lrim refrigerators with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak. If a leak occurs and the refrigerator continues to be operated after solution circulation has ceased the heat source could generate very high temperatures. At such high temperatures, the cooling unit could rupture.
How is recall 09V-382 fixed?
Gulf stream is working with norcold and the vehicle's refrigerator will be repaired free of charge. Please also see norcold's defect notice 09e-027. The safety recall began on october 20, 2009. Owners may contact gulf stream at 1-800-289-8787 or norcold's recall center at 1-800-767-9101.
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.