Gulf Stream Aztec problems & recalls

Problem: 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

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: 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.

Problem: Gulft stream coach (gulf stream) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 cavalier, lnnsbrook, conquest, amerilite, stream lite, emerald bay, fire fly, v stream ultra, mako, gulf breeze, side track, matrix, mini superlite, zero gravity, visa, capri, northern express, vista, aztec, yellowstone, prairie schooner, g force, max wide open, endura max, canyon trail, sedona, ridgeline, kingsport, trail master, sky and bull dog travel trailers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks. it may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.

Risk: If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. a person inside the travel trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Gulf stream will notify owners, and fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. the recall began on december 20, 2013. owners may contact fastec at 1-800-837-2505 or gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761. gulf stream's recall number is 13fi-1013.

Problem: Gulf stream is recalling certain recreational vehicles and fifth wheel trailers equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.

Risk: The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.

Fix: Gulf stream is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the recall began on march 23, 2011. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761.