The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V005000·Announced 2018-01-04

Gulf Stream Recalls 2011-2012 Trailers Due to Fire Extinguisher Defect

Gulf Stream is recalling 2011-2012 recreational trailers because the installed fire extinguishers may clog or detach, potentially failing to discharge or causing injury.

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 safety-critical component (fire extinguisher) that may fail to function or cause injury, fitting the 'High' criterion for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. is recalling certain 2011-2012 model year recreational trailers, including the Yellowstone, Canyon Trail, Amerilite, and Kingsport, among others. The recall involves specific Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers installed in these vehicles.

The defect may cause the fire extinguishers to become clogged, preventing them from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force to cause injury and render the product inoperable. If the fire extinguisher does not function properly during a fire, it can increase the risk of injury.

Owners should contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 to arrange for a free replacement fire extinguisher. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov for more information.

The recalled product

Product
GULF STREAM NORTHERN EXPRESS, SERENITY, SKY, SPECIAL EDITION
Brand
GULF STREAM
Manufacturer
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
3,034

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 (24)

  • NORTHERN EXPRESS
  • SERENITY
  • SKY
  • SPECIAL EDITION
  • KINGSPORT
  • VISA
  • AMERILITE
  • CAPRI
  • CONQUEST
  • INNSBROOK
  • TRACK & TRAIL
  • TRAILMASTER
  • AZTEC
  • CANYON TRAIL
  • ENDURA MAX
  • EXECUTIVE RIDGELINE
  • MAKO
  • MATRIX
  • RIDGELINE
  • STREAMLITE
  • YELLOWSTONE
  • EXPLORER
  • GULF BREEZE
  • CAVALIER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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