Defect Description For Recall
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) 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 Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of 49 Cfr Part 567, “Certification.”
Make Of Vehicle
GULF STREAM
Model Of Vehicle
MATRIX
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
18V105000
Component Description
Equipment:Other:Labels
Effect Of Defect
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 The Owner Confusion.
Fix Defect
Gulf Stream Will Notify Owners, And Will 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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20170911
End Of Manufacture
20171204
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
15
Date Owners Notified
20180305
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180213
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
567