Recall 00V-128: 1998–1999 Gulf Stream Gulf Stream
GULF STREAM COACH INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2000, covering about 63 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor home chassis built with tuthill/granning air suspension, part nos. Ifs1320-hp or ifs1320-sp. A fracture can develop at the attachment point of the cross member and the bell crank and idler arm housings.
The risk
This defect may cause erratic or loss of steering control if the cross member separates from the assembly.
The fix
Tuthill is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact contact tuthill transport technologies at 1-800-255-7824. Repair facility will inspect and add gussets to reinforce the crossmember connection for the bell crank and idler arm.
Notes
Tuthill is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact contact tuthill transport technologies at 1-800-255-7824. Owner who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GULF STREAM COACH INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V128002 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Stream Gulf Stream | 1998, 1999 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-128?
Vehicle description: motor home chassis built with tuthill/granning air suspension, part nos. Ifs1320-hp or ifs1320-sp. A fracture can develop at the attachment point of the cross member and the bell crank and idler arm housings.
How is recall 00V-128 fixed?
Tuthill is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners should contact contact tuthill transport technologies at 1-800-255-7824. Repair facility will inspect and add gussets to reinforce the crossmember connection for the bell crank and idler arm.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.