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2005-2009 Gulf Stream Friendship, Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser and others recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 15, 2008. It covers about 28 vehicles.

vehicles affected
28
reported
Aug 15, 2008
owners notified
Jul 15, 2008

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

What is wrong
Gulf stream is recalling 38 my 2005, 2008 and 2009 friendship, scenic cruiser, and tourmaster recreational vehicles equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears. These steering gears may have been assembled with the incorrect recirculating ball spacer. This could potentially allow the recirculating balls to escape from the recirculating ball circuit resulting in a loss of steering.
Risk
The operator may notice higher required steering wheel inputs, or the need for more steering wheel adjustments while driving in a straight line in combination with metallic cracking noises prior to a loss of steering. Loss of steering could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Gulf stream is working with daimler trucks to have the steering gear replace (please see 07v343). Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712 or gulf stream at 1‑574‑773‑7761.

Recall number 08V418000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V418000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2009 Gulf Stream Friendship, Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser and others gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 08V418000, reported on August 15, 2008, covers about 28 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V418000?

Gulf stream is working with daimler trucks to have the steering gear replace (please see 07v343). Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1‑800‑547‑0712 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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