NHTSA Recall 18V005000: Equipment
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,034 vehicles. It affects 24 models including the Gulf Stream Amerilite.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V005000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20170104 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | January 4, 2018 |
| Owner notification | February 14, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Endura Max fifth wheel, Matrix, Matrix fifth wheel, Yellowstone, Canyon Trail, Aztec, Ridgeline, Mako, Executive Ridgeline, Explorer, Stream-Lite Sport, Stream-Lite Explorer, Gulf Breeze, Gulf Breeze Sport, Visa, Gulf Breeze Explorer, Capri, Northern Express, Champaign Gulf Breeze, Champaign Stream-Lite, Conquest, Innsbrook, Special Edition, Track and Trail, Amerilite, Amerilite Super-Lite, Kingsport Super-Lite, Cavalier, Kingsport, Kingsport Park Model, Serenity Park Model, Trailmaster, Trailmaster Destination, Trailmaster Park Model, and Sky recreational trailers. These trailers are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Gulf Stream will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V005000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Gulf Stream Amerilite | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Aztec | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Canyon Trail | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Capri | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Cavalier | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Conquest | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Endura Max | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Executive Ridgeline | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Explorer | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Gulf Breeze | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Innsbrook | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Kingsport | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Mako | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Matrix | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Northern Express | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Ridgeline | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Serenity | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Sky | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Special Edition | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Streamlite | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Track & Trail | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Trailmaster | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Visa | 2011, 2012 |
| Gulf Stream Yellowstone | 2011, 2012 |
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.