Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #10V584000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V584000 by Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.. Includes 1,328 affected units, REFRIGERATORS/POSSIBLE FIRE, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V584000

Manufacturer: Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2010-11-22T00:00:00

Subject: Refrigerators/possible fire

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 1,328

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 10V584000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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