The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V894000·Announced 2016-12-13

Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser Motorhomes Recalled for Incorrect Weight Labels

Gulf Stream is recalling 2017 B Touring Cruiser motorhomes because incorrect weight ratings on the certification label may lead to vehicle overload and axle failure.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect (incorrect weight labels) can lead to axle failure and crashes, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2017 B Touring Cruiser motorhomes, model 5210, manufactured between May 16, 2016, and July 15, 2016. The recall involves 9 affected vehicles.

The certification label on these vehicles may contain incorrect front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information. This defect causes the vehicles to fail to comply with 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." Incorrect weight information can lead to the vehicle being overloaded, which can cause axle failure and increase the risk of a crash.

Gulf Stream will notify owners and provide a corrected Certification label free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
GULF STREAM B TOURING CRUISER
Brand
GULF STREAM
Manufacturer
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
9

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • B TOURING CRUISER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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