2010 Gulf Stream Caribbean problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Gulf Stream Caribbean.
Recalls filed by Gulf Stream
Equipment #10V406000 · 2010 · 1,364 units
Problem: Gulf stream is recalling certain model year 2004- 2011 yellowstone, 2004-2009 prairie schooner, 2002-2003 seahawk, 2007-2011 mako, 2003 kingsley, 2007-2009 sedona, 2008 canyon trail, 2008-2010 super nova, 2009-2010 endura, and 2010 caribbean recreational vehicles equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. the plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.
Risk: An overheated receiver could cause a fire.
Fix: Gulf stream will notify owners and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. the safety recall began on february 14, 2011. owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1-888-346-7539 (8:00 - 4:30 est), monday through friday or gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761.
Equipment #16V007000 · 2016 · 662 units
Problem: Gulf stream coach, inc. (gulf stream) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 caribbean, yellowstone and independence, 2008-2009 crescendo, sun voyager, and toy hauler, 2008 sun sport, 2008-2010 tour master, 2010 b touring cruiser, 2010-2011 conquest, 2009-2010 conquest super c and super nova, 2009 endura and gladiator motor homes manufactured august 1, 2007 to september 30, 2010. the affected vehicles are equipped with lippert-brand coachstep double and triple electric steps. the bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. as a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Gulf stream will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. the recall began on march 1, 2016. owners may contact gulf stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. gulf stream's number for this recall is cs070116.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Fix it, equip it, or try one first
Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Gulf Stream Caribbean have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Gulf Stream for the 2010 Caribbean. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2010 Gulf Stream Caribbean problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.