Recall 18V005 covers 3,034 2011-2012 Gulf Stream recreational trailers with faulty Kidde fire extinguishers. A replacement extinguisher is free through Kidde.
Gulf Stream is recalling 3,034 2011-2012 recreational trailers, including Serenity, Sky, and Track & Trail models, because certain Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers can clog, require excessive force, or lose the nozzle. In a fire, an extinguisher that does not work can increase the risk of injury; Gulf Stream dealers will replace the fire extinguisher free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part is the Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button Pindicator fire extinguisher installed in 2011-2012 Gulf Stream recreational trailers. Its job is simple: when you squeeze the handle or press the button, pressure pushes fire suppressant through the nozzle so you can fight a small fire before it spreads.
On the affected extinguishers, the valve and nozzle assembly can fail inside the unit. The extinguisher can clog, refuse to discharge fully, or take excessive force to activate. Kidde tied one failure pattern to a quick press and release of the lever, especially when the lever is pressed for less than 1 second. On certain models, the nozzle can detach from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone and leave the extinguisher unusable.
There is no warning sign before failure. The extinguisher can look ready until it is needed, so do not rely on appearance alone.
Who's affected?
Spans travel trailer model lines from the 2011 and 2012 model years, all tied to the Equipment component.
| 2011 Gulf Stream Serenity | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2012 Gulf Stream Sky | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Special Edition | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Track & Trail | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Trailmaster | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Kingsport | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Northern Express | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Serenity | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Northern Express | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Visa | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Amerilite | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Capri | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Conquest | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Innsbrook | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Visa | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Aztec | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Canyon Trail | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Endura Max | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Executive Ridgeline | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Executive Ridgeline | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Mako | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Mako | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Matrix | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Matrix | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Ridgeline | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Streamlite | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Yellowstone | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Yellowstone | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Canyon Trail | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Amerilite | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Kingsport | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Innsbrook | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Explorer | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Ridgeline | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Streamlite | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Endura Max | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Explorer | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Aztec | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Trailmaster | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Gulf Breeze | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Gulf Breeze | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Track & Trail | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Conquest | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Cavalier | Equipment |
| 2012 Gulf Stream Cavalier | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Capri | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Special Edition | Equipment |
| 2011 Gulf Stream Sky | Equipment |
| Units affected | 3,034 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
If a fire starts, a defective fire extinguisher can fail to work properly and increase the risk of injury. There is no known warning sign before the extinguisher fails, so confirm your VIN and arrange the replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Gulf Stream dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Gulf Stream trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787, or Kidde at 1-855-262-3540, to request the free replacement fire extinguisher.
- Reference recall number 18V005 when you call so Gulf Stream or Kidde can match your trailer and extinguisher to the recall.
- Replace the recalled Kidde plastic-handle or push-button Pindicator extinguisher with the free replacement that fixes the clogged, hard-to-activate, or nozzle-detachment problem.
- Keep another working fire extinguisher available in the trailer until the recalled unit is replaced.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, the fix is replacement of the affected Kidde fire extinguisher, not trailer repair. Gulf Stream instructs owners to contact Kidde for a replacement extinguisher, free of charge. A Gulf Stream service contact can confirm whether your 2011-2012 trailer is covered and direct you to the Kidde replacement process. If you already paid to replace an affected extinguisher, keep the receipt and ask Gulf Stream customer service how to submit documentation under its general reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 4, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 2, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| February 2, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 14, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 16, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V005?
Recall 18V005 covers 3,034 2011-2012 Gulf Stream recreational trailers equipped with recalled Kidde fire extinguishers. The extinguisher can clog, require excessive force to activate, or have a nozzle detach. Gulf Stream instructed owners to contact Kidde for a free replacement extinguisher.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Gulf Stream trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V005. If it is, contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 or Kidde at 1-855-262-3540 for the free replacement fire extinguisher.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Gulf Stream's remedy instructs owners to get a replacement Kidde fire extinguisher free of charge. The remedy for recall 18V005 is available, and Gulf Stream began notifying owners on February 14, 2018.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a fire extinguisher that fails when needed. If the extinguisher does not discharge properly during a fire, injury risk increases. Some affected extinguishers also have a nozzle that can detach from the valve assembly with enough force to injure someone.
What if I bought my Gulf Stream trailer used?
The free recall remedy still applies to an included trailer. Used vehicles do not lose open recall coverage because ownership changed. Check your VIN, then contact Gulf Stream or Kidde with recall 18V005 so they can confirm the replacement path.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V005000 |
|---|---|
| Gulf Stream customer service | 1-800-289-8787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V005 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V005000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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