NHTSA recall 17V343000
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Gulf Stream Cruiser VN23BHS
Reported May 26, 20177 vehicles affectedGulf Stream Coach, Inc.Maker’s number GS2500517Built Apr 13, 2017 – May 12, 2017
The defect
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain 2018 Vintage Cruiser travel trailers, model VN23BHS. The Federal Certification Label overstates the capacity of each axle by 700lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
The risk
The incorrect information can cause the vehicle to be overloaded or result in axle failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Gulf Stream will notify owners and will mail them a corrected Federal Certification Label, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's number for this recall is GS2500517.