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2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova problems

The most common problem on the 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova is brakes. Its complaint count is close to a typical Super Nova model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    1

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  • Brakes
    1

Recalls 1

EquipmentReported September 13, 2010 · 1,364 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 10V406000 · Recall details

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What 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 5, 2011 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · AL

The rv lost it's rear brakes and almost all front braking action. From what I have been able to ascertain is that the ABS unit is mounted too close to the wheel causing it to get moisture from the road. When it fails the rear brakes fail. International is aware of this problem. Updated 04/13/11

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Questions about the 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova

Is the 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova, close to a typical Super Nova model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova?

Brakes, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2008 Gulf Stream Super Nova have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

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