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Recall 16V-007: 2010 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser, 2008–2011 Gulf Stream Caribbean and 12 more

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jan 11, 2016, covering about 662 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-007
Report date
Jan 11, 2016
Vehicles affected
662
Owners notified
Mar 1, 2016

The problem

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Caribbean, Yellowstone and Independence, 2008-2009 Crescendo, Sun Voyager, and Toy Hauler, 2008 Sun Sport, 2008-2010 Tour Master, 2010 B Touring Cruiser, 2010-2011 Conquest, 2009-2010 Conquest Super C and Super Nova, 2009 Endura and Gladiator motor homes manufactured August 1, 2007 to September 30, 2010. The affected vehicles are equipped with Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.

The risk

Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Gulf Stream will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's number for this recall is CS070116.

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.
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number16V007000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser2010All years
Gulf Stream Caribbean2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All years
Gulf Stream Conquest2010, 2011All years
Gulf Stream Conquest Super C2009, 2010All years
Gulf Stream Crescendo2008, 2009All years
Gulf Stream Endura2009All years
Gulf Stream Gladiator2009All years
Gulf Stream Independence2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All years
Gulf Stream Sun Sport2008All years
Gulf Stream Sun Voyager2008, 2009All years
Gulf Stream Super Nova2009, 2010All years
Gulf Stream Tour Master2008, 2009, 2010All years
Gulf Stream TOY Hauler2008, 2009All years
Gulf Stream Yellowstone2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All 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 16V-007?

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Caribbean, Yellowstone and Independence, 2008-2009 Crescendo, Sun Voyager, and Toy Hauler, 2008 Sun Sport, 2008-2010 Tour Master, 2010 B Touring Cruiser, 2010-2011 Conquest, 2009-2010 Conquest Super C and Super Nova, 2009 Endura and Gladiator motor homes manufactured August 1, 2007 to September 30, 2010. The affected vehicles are equipped with Lippert-brand Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.

How is recall 16V-007 fixed?

Gulf Stream will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on March 1, 2016. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's number for this recall is CS070116.

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.