NHTSA Recall 13V198000: Equipment
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Gulf Stream Canyon Trail.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V198000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13AW-0204 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | May 15, 2013 |
| Owner notification | May 31, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Canyon Trail, Sedona, Ridgeline, Kingsport, and Trail Master recreational vehicle trailers manufactured Febuary 13, 2013, through April 24, 2013. The vehicles are equipped with Weatherpro and 9100 series power awnings. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Safety risk
If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Gulf Stream will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. Gulf Stream has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Gulf Stream at 1-574-773-7761 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Gulf Stream Coach's recall number for this campaign is 13AW-0204. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V198000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Gulf Stream Canyon Trail | 2013 |
| Gulf Stream Kingsport | 2013 |
| Gulf Stream Sedona | 2013 |
| Gulf Stream Trail Master | 2013 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.