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Gulf Stream GEO Recall 18V105: Incorrect axle weight label on 2018 trailers

NHTSA campaign 18V105, reported February 13, 2018, 15 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2018 Gulf Stream recreational trailers may have a Federal Certification Label that lists the rear axle's weight rating as 1814 kg (4000 lbs.), which is 182 kg (401.31 lbs.) below the axle's actual capacity. The front axle is listed correctly at 1996 kg (4400 lbs.), so the two ratings on the label do not match. The vehicles also fail to comply with the labeling requirements of 49 CFR Part 567.

The label error does not change the axle itself, but the mismatch between the front and rear ratings may confuse owners about how much weight the trailer can safely carry. Owners should not rely on the rear axle figure on the label until the issue is corrected.

Gulf Stream will notify owners and provide corrected labels free of charge. Owners can contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls at NHTSA.gov or with an authorized dealer.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V105Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Problem
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."
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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.

Affected vehicles

Gulf Stream GEO2018
Gulf Stream Matrix2018