NHTSA recall 03V330000
Trailer hitches
Gulf Stream Sunsport and 1 more
Reported Sep 3, 200363 vehicles affectedGULF STREAM COACH INC.Built Feb 20, 2001 – Feb 20, 2001
The defect
On certain motor homes built on the workhorse W22 chassis, the drop down brackets used to attach the hitch to the frame rail extensions may not be adequate.
The risk
In the event that these angle brackets would fail, the hitch and the tow vehicle could become dislodged from the motor home increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Gulf stream has developed a repair kit consisting of steel brackets, spacers, and mechanical fasteners. this kit can be sent directly to you or to a repair facility of your choosing. owner notification IS expected to begin during september 2003. owners should contact gulf stream at 1-800-482-6456, ext. 3743.