Recall 16V851 covers 340 2016-2017 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser and Conquest motorhomes with DVD monitors viewable while driving. Free repair at Gulf Stream dealers.
Gulf Stream is recalling 340 2016-2017 B Touring Cruiser and Conquest Class C motorhomes because the in-dash radio was wired so the DVD monitor can operate while the vehicle is moving. A viewable DVD screen can distract the driver and increase crash risk; Gulf Stream dealers will correct the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The in-dash radio on affected 2016-2017 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser and Conquest Class C motorhomes is more than a stereo. It combines AM/FM, CD, DVD, and camera display functions, including the backup monitor the driver uses when reversing. That screen should be controlled so entertainment video is not shown to the driver when the motorhome is moving forward.
On these motorhomes, the DVD portion of the radio was wired without the needed restriction tied to the emergency brake circuit. When a DVD is inserted, the monitor stays available instead of being disabled for forward travel. That creates a driver-distraction problem because active video can remain in the driver's line of sight.
The warning sign is direct: the DVD screen remains unrestricted after a disc is inserted into the dash radio. If the screen shows DVD video during forward motion, that is the defect described in NHTSA campaign 16V851.
Who's affected?
The same radio and entertainment equipment appears across both Gulf Stream RV lines in the 2016-2017 scope.
| 2016 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser | Radio/tape deck/cd etc. |
|---|---|
| 2017 Gulf Stream Conquest | Radio/tape deck/cd etc. |
| 2016 Gulf Stream Conquest | Radio/tape deck/cd etc. |
| 2017 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser | Radio/tape deck/cd etc. |
| Units affected | 340 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A DVD monitor that stays viewable while the vehicle is moving creates a driver distraction and increases the risk of a crash. If video plays from the dash radio while driving, avoid watching or using the screen and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Gulf Stream dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser or Conquest motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Gulf Stream dealer to schedule the free in-dash radio repair that disables DVD viewing while the motorhome is moving.
- Bring the recall notice if Gulf Stream mailed one. Reference recall number 16V851 when you call.
- Avoid using the DVD monitor while driving until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Gulf Stream technician disables DVD monitor viewing while the motorhome is being driven. The work addresses the in-dash radio unit assembly wiring that allowed the DVD to operate while the vehicle was in motion. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you've paid out of pocket for a related radio, DVD monitor, or wiring repair before the recall work, Gulf Stream's general reimbursement plan on file gives owners a path to claim documented expenses. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 25, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 9, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 9, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 13, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 16, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V851?
Recall 16V851 covers 340 2016-2017 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser and Conquest Class C motorhomes with an in-dash radio wiring problem. The DVD monitor can stay viewable while the vehicle is moving, creating driver distraction and increasing crash risk. Gulf Stream dealers disable DVD viewing while driving for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser or Conquest is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V851. If it is, contact a Gulf Stream dealer to schedule the DVD monitor wiring repair. Reference recall number 16V851 or Gulf Stream recall number GM112316 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Gulf Stream's remedy says dealers will disable DVD monitor viewing while the vehicle is being driven free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is driver distraction. If the DVD monitor stays visible while the motorhome is moving, the driver has a viewable screen in the dash area, which increases crash risk. The dealer repair blocks DVD viewing while the vehicle is being driven.
What if I bought my Gulf Stream motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016-2017 Gulf Stream B Touring Cruiser or Conquest is included, then call a Gulf Stream dealer or Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V851000 |
|---|---|
| Gulf Stream customer service | 1-800-289-8787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V851 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V851000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →