Vehicle is experiencing a problem with the accelerator pedal. The pedal works intermittently when using the cruise control. When the cruise control is off, it effects the gas pedal. This problem was diagnosed and was under recall a year ago. Now the owner is being told that his vehicle is past it's warranty and there is nothing the manufacturer can do. *ph the acceleration would not return with the cruise off and would return slowly. *sc
The worst 1996 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser problems
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Recalls 1
Trailer hitches
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motor homes built on spartan chassis. Welds have cracked on the frame plate where the hitch tube was welded on each side of the frame.
- Risk
- In the event the welds would fail, the hitch and the tow vehicle could be separated from the motor home, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these welds and, if necessary, reweld the hitch to the frame plate.
Recall number 98V283000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser 1
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Is the 1996 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1996 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser, close to a typical Scenic Cruiser model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser?
Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1996 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser have?
1 recall, covering trailer hitches.
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