2004 Gulf Stream Conquest recalls and problems

The 2004 Gulf Stream Conquest has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Gulf Stream dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Gulf Stream Conquest vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Gulf Stream Conquest recalls

Recall 12V-105: Electrical System

Reported Mar 20, 2012 · 1,502 vehicles affected · GULF STREAM COACH, INC.

Problem: Gulf stream is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 class â“a┠and â“c┠recreational vehicles, built on floorplans 6316, 6317, 6330, 8325 and 8328, due to a section of unsecured wiring. See the above list for the models affected. The wiring within the raceway may not be properly secured leading to wear and potential heat development between the exposed wiring and heated refrigerator coils.

Risk: This condition could lead to failure of the 110 volt electrical wiring routed to the microwave cabinet, increasing the risk of fire, personal injury, or property damage.

Fix: Gulf stream will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 4, 2012. Owners may contact gulf stream at 1-800-482-6456.

Recall 08V-411: Equipment

Reported Aug 15, 2008 · 26,847 vehicles affected · GULF STREAM COACH, INC.

Problem: Gulf stream is recalling 26,847 my 2003-2006 recreational vehicles equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator 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.

Risk: If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Gulf stream is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (Please see 08e032). 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 the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761.

Recall 03V-532: Electrical System

Reported Dec 12, 2003 · 574 vehicles affected · GULF STREAM COACH, INC.

Problem: On certain travel trailers and fifth wheels equipped with ez-flo ground fault circuit interrupter (Gfci) receptacles, the receptacle may not trip when a ground fault is present.

Risk: This could result in risk of electrical shock and cause a fire hazard.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the gfci receptacle. Owner notification is expected to begin december 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gulf stream at 1-800-289-8787.

2004 Gulf Stream Conquest problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension3
Steering1
Seats1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf Spring Assembly › Hanger/Bracket — 1
  • Suspension › Rear › Shock Absorber — 1
  • Suspension › Front › Shock Absorber — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 152 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Gulf Stream Conquest complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Equipment · reported Oct 21, 2008
The contact owns a 2004 gulf stream conquest. The vehicle has a dometic refrigerator, model rm2852. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 08e032000 (Equipment). The manufacturer stated that they would not pay for the repair because his vehicle was no longer under warranty. He would have to pay for the expenses out of pocket. There had been no failure to date. The part number and purchase date were unknown.
Seats · reported May 31, 2005
My wife ( Is disabled and our rv is the only mode of transportation ) and we had taken our last trip to vermont in our 2004 gulf stream conquest, and we were on I-91 and there is several miles of the road which has been beaten badly and the rv was bouncing and vibrating the whole vehicle to the point my wife had to hold onto the dinette table she was sitting at( Drivers side facing forward with seatbelts on). The suspention/ shocks on this rv didn't do anything to take out the bumps and shimmy's and the seat my wife was sitting in just compressed even more and bottomed out and hurt her neck…
Suspension · at 152 miles · reported Dec 23, 2004
When you drive this motorhome and attempt to negotiate a curve, it is really hard to keep the motorhome in it's own lane. I drive between 55-58 MPH.and slow down when I feel the road conditions warrant, the motorhome feels as if it wants to roll over, I have spoke with others who share the same concerns. If you get. E onto a entrance ramp that is a loop, and the suggested safe speed is "30" MPH don't do it, maybe 15-20- MPH, I have driven many vehicles in my lifetime and this motorhome scares me. It is equipped with 19.5 inch tires, and there is to much height and top weight for the tires and…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Gulf Stream Conquest have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Gulf Stream Conquest: 12V-105 (electrical system), 08V-411 (equipment), 03V-532 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Gulf Stream Conquest?

Owners report suspension problems most often (3 reports), followed by steering (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 152 miles.

Are Gulf Stream recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Gulf Stream dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.