CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Problem
- Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Amerilite trailers, model 14RBC. The Federal Placard on these vehicles may have incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- Incorrect GVWR information may result in the trailer being overloaded, affecting the tires or the vehicle's handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gulf Stream will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's number for this recall is GS040417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2011-2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite trailers may have an incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on their Federal Placard, the certification label that states the maximum allowable loaded weight. The label does not meet federal certification requirements.
If the listed GVWR is wrong, owners may load the trailer beyond its safe limit. An overloaded trailer can put extra stress on the tires and affect how the vehicle handles, which increases the risk of a crash.
Gulf Stream will notify owners and provide a corrected Federal Placard at no cost. Owners can contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787, referencing recall number GS040417. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Gulf Stream Ameri-Lite | 2011201220132014201520162017 |
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