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2005-2006 Gulf Stream Friendship recall: water heater

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 2, 2005. It covers about 20 vehicles.

vehicles affected
20
reported
Jun 2, 2005

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: water heater

What is wrong
On certain motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes. The burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Risk
The surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.
Remedy
Gulf stream is working with vehicle systems to notify owners and have the repair performed on their vehicles. Owners may contact vehicle systems at 1‑800‑685‑4298 or gulf stream at 1‑574‑773‑7761.

Recall number 05V258000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V258000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Gulf Stream Friendship water heater?

Yes. Recall 05V258000, reported on June 2, 2005, covers about 20 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V258000?

Gulf stream is working with vehicle systems to notify owners and have the repair performed on their vehicles. Owners may contact vehicle systems at 1‑800‑685‑4298 or gulf stream at 1‑574‑773‑7761.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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