NHTSA recall 04V380000
Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer
Gulf Stream Atrium Special Edition and 6 more
Reported Aug 3, 2004104 vehicles affectedGULF STREAM COACH, INC.Built Apr 15, 2004 – Jun 24, 2004
The defect
On certain motor homes built with dewalt/power gear hydraulic hoses used for the slide-out rooms and leveling jacks, the crimping process for attaching the hose fitting to the end of the hydraulic hose was performed improperly.
The risk
When one of the improperly crimped hose assemblies IS placed under a heavy load, hydraulic fluid could be released in a high pressure spray creating a risk of fire.
The remedy
Dewalt/power gear will notify gulf stream customers and will inspect and replace the hose fitting. owners should contact gulf stream coach at 800-289-8787.