Recall 17V230 affects 251 2011-2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite 14RBC trailers with incorrect GVWR placards. Gulf Stream provides corrected placards free.
Gulf Stream is recalling 251 2011-2017 Amerilite 14RBC trailers because the federal placard lists incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating information. A wrong GVWR can lead an owner to overload the trailer, affecting the tires or handling and raising crash risk; Gulf Stream dealers will correct the placard free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal placard on the 2011-2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite 14RBC trailer is the weight label that tells an owner the trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. That rating is the loaded weight limit for the trailer, including cargo and equipment. Owners use it to decide how much weight the trailer can safely carry before towing.
On affected trailers, the placard lists a GVWR that is too high. Gulf Stream traced the error to the label configuration used during manufacturing. The calculation used the 3500 lb axle capacity instead of the combined capacity of the ST175/80D13C tires, which is 2720 lbs across both tires.
If an owner loads the trailer to the higher number printed on the placard, the tires can be overloaded. Owners can notice irregular tire wear or tires that feel hotter than normal after towing. Overheated or overloaded tires can fail and damage the trailer, so the corrected label matters before loading for a trip.
Who's affected?
Covers one Amerilite model line across the 2011-2017 span, with the same vehicle label issue in each listed year.
| 2014 Gulf Stream Amerilite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2013 Gulf Stream Amerilite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2015 Gulf Stream Amerilite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Amerilite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Gulf Stream Amerilite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Amerilite | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 251 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect GVWR information can lead an owner to overload the trailer. Overloading can strain the tires, cause irregular wear or overheating, affect handling while towing, and increase the risk of a crash. Before towing, confirm the trailer is loaded within the corrected rating and schedule the recall repair. Repair is free at any franchised Gulf Stream dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Gulf Stream dealer to request the corrected Federal Placard that fixes the incorrect GVWR information.
- Call Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 if the dealer needs help, and reference recall number 17V230 and Gulf Stream recall GS040417.
- Bring the recall notice if Gulf Stream mailed one, or bring the VIN and recall number to the dealer.
- Avoid loading the trailer near its listed GVWR until the corrected placard is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Gulf Stream technician confirms the trailer placard covered by the recall and provides the corrected Federal Placard with the right GVWR information. The corrected placard and related recall handling are free. Gulf Stream has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you have already paid for a corrected placard or directly related labeling repair before the recall notice, ask Gulf Stream customer service how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 4, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 17, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| April 17, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 17, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 28, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V230?
Recall 17V230 covers 251 2011-2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite 14RBC trailers with a Federal Placard concern involving incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating information. That wrong weight rating can lead to overloading, tire problems, or handling changes that increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2011-2017 Gulf Stream Amerilite is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V230. If it is, contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 or a Gulf Stream dealer and ask for the corrected Federal Placard. Reference recall number 17V230 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost. Gulf Stream will provide the corrected Federal Placard free of charge for included 2011-2017 Amerilite 14RBC trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is overloading caused by incorrect GVWR information on the Federal Placard. An overloaded trailer can affect the tires or the trailer's handling, increasing crash risk. Use the corrected placard information once Gulf Stream provides it.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V230000 |
|---|---|
| Gulf Stream customer service | 1-800-289-8787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V230 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V230000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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