Recall 13V-197: 2001 Gulf Stream Cavalier, 2001 Gulf Stream Conquest and 4 more

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 14, 2013, covering about 126 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-197
Report date
May 14, 2013
Vehicles affected
126
Owners notified
May 24, 2013

The problem

Gulf Stream Coach is recalling certain model year 2001 Ultra, Conquest, Independence, Ultra Supreme, Yellowstone, and Cavalier motorhomes with floorplans 6316 or 8325. The motorhomes were manufactured May 17, 2000, through December 31, 2000. A portion of the electrical wiring may not be properly secured. This condition may cause wear and possible heat development between the refrigerator coils and the wire.

The risk

A failure of the wiring could result in property damage, fire, or injury.

The fix

Gulf Stream will notify owners, and dealers will repair the motorhomes free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2013. Owners may contact Gulf Stream at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's recall campaign number is 13WG-2000.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerGulf Stream Coach, Inc.
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number13V197000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Gulf Stream Cavalier2001All years
Gulf Stream Conquest2001All years
Gulf Stream Independence2001All years
Gulf Stream Ultra2001All years
Gulf Stream Ultra Supreme2001All years
Gulf Stream Yellowstone2001All 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 13V-197?

Gulf Stream Coach is recalling certain model year 2001 Ultra, Conquest, Independence, Ultra Supreme, Yellowstone, and Cavalier motorhomes with floorplans 6316 or 8325. The motorhomes were manufactured May 17, 2000, through December 31, 2000. A portion of the electrical wiring may not be properly secured. This condition may cause wear and possible heat development between the refrigerator coils and the wire.

How is recall 13V-197 fixed?

Gulf Stream will notify owners, and dealers will repair the motorhomes free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2013. Owners may contact Gulf Stream at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's recall campaign number is 13WG-2000.

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.