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1996-1998 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser and Gulf Stream Sun Voyager recall: trailer hitches

Gulf Stream Coach Inc. reported this safety recall on November 5, 1998. It covers about 322 vehicles.

vehicles affected
322
reported
Nov 5, 1998
owners notified
Oct 30, 1998

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V283000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1998 Gulf Stream Scenic Cruiser and Gulf Stream Sun Voyager trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 98V283000, reported on November 5, 1998, covers about 322 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V283000?

Dealers will inspect these welds and, if necessary, reweld the hitch to the frame plate.

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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