Gulf Stream Amerilite recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 13, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. recalls 2016–2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite, Super-lite

Recall number

16V431000

Brand / firm

Gulf Stream

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 24 units

Why it was recalled

If relying on the label, an incorrect replacement wheel and tire combination may be installed, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. (Gulf Stream) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Ameri-Lite and Super-Lite trailers manufactured January 11, 2016, through April 11, 2016. On the Federal Information Certification label, these trailers incorrectly list the tire size as ST205/75D-14-C with a wheel size of 14x5.5, when the correct tire size is actually 235/75R-15-C with a wheel size of 15x6. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

What to do

Gulf Stream will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected Federal Certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787. Gulf Stream's number for this recall is GT060816.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.