The Recall Desk
LowNHTSA·18V105000·Announced 2018-02-13

Gulf Stream Recalls 2018 Matrix and Geo Trailers for Label Errors

Gulf Stream is recalling 2018 Matrix and Geo recreational trailers because the Federal Certification Labels incorrectly list the rear axle weight rating.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a documentation and labeling error that causes confusion but does not present a direct physical hazard or risk of injury.

Plain-English summary

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 Geo and Matrix recreational trailers. The Federal Certification Labels on these vehicles may incorrectly list the Kilogram (Kg) weight rating of the rear axle as 182 Kg (401.31 lbs.) below its actual capacity. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

The axle information for the front axle is correctly listed as 4400 lbs./1996kg, but the rear axle information is incorrectly listed as 4400lbs./1814kg. The discrepancy in information may cause owner confusion.

Gulf Stream will notify owners and provide corrected labels free of charge. The recall began on March 5, 2018. 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 MATRIX, GEO
Brand
GULF STREAM
Affected units
15

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 (2)

  • MATRIX
  • GEO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.