Recall 18V283 affects 25 2017-2018 Gulf Stream Conquest motorhomes with incorrect GVWR placards. Gulf Stream provides the corrected placard free.
Gulf Stream is recalling 25 2017-2018 Conquest motorhomes because the federal placard lists the GVWR as 14,500 lbs. instead of the correct 12,500 lbs. Loading to the wrong rating can overload the motorhome and increase crash risk; Gulf Stream dealers will install the corrected placard free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The federal certification placard on a 2017-2018 Gulf Stream Conquest motorhome is the weight label owners and service staff use to confirm the vehicle's rated capacity. It lists the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, or GVWR, which is the maximum loaded weight the motorhome is built and certified to carry. On model 6280, that label should match the Ford chassis under the coach.
On affected Conquest motorhomes, Gulf Stream used the wrong configuration number while preparing the paperwork and printed the wrong chassis and GVWR information. The placard lists the GVWR as 14,500 lbs. when the correct rating is 12,500 lbs. It also identifies an E450 Ford chassis, even though the coach was built on an E350 Ford chassis. The defect is a paperwork and label error, not a failed mechanical part, but it gives owners the wrong loading information.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners are not going to hear, smell, or feel this problem while driving; the issue is visible only by checking the certification label against the corrected Gulf Stream information.
Who's affected?
Both model years are tied to the vehicle label (placard or certification), not a drivetrain or braking component.
| 2018 Gulf Stream Conquest | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2017 Gulf Stream Conquest | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 25 |
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?
An incorrect GVWR label can lead an owner to load the Conquest beyond its rated capacity. Overloading the vehicle increases the risk of a crash. Until the corrected Federal Placard is installed, avoid loading near the posted limit and confirm the correct rating with Gulf Stream. Repair is free at any franchised Gulf Stream dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Gulf Stream Conquest is included in this recall.
- Contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 to request the free corrected Federal Placard.
- Reference recall number 18V283 and Gulf Stream recall 04052018 when you call.
- Avoid loading the motorhome to the old placard's GVWR until the corrected label is installed.
- Install the corrected placard before travel so the motorhome's weight rating matches Gulf Stream's recall instructions.
What happens at the repair
At the service visit, a Gulf Stream technician installs or provides the corrected Federal Placard so the motorhome shows the correct weight rating information. The corrected placard is free under the recall, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid for the same placard correction before the recall notice, Gulf Stream has a general reimbursement plan on file. Keep your repair paperwork and contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 6, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 9, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| April 9, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 13, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 27, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V283?
Recall 18V283 covers 25 2017-2018 Gulf Stream Conquest model 6280 motorhomes with an incorrect Federal Placard. The label lists the GVWR as 14,500 lbs. instead of the correct 12,500 lbs. Gulf Stream provides a corrected placard for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Gulf Stream Conquest is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 18V283. If it is, contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787 and ask for the corrected Federal Placard. Reference Gulf Stream recall number 04052018 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the recall at no cost. For recall 18V283, Gulf Stream provides the corrected Federal Placard free of charge, so owners should not pay for the replacement label.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is overloading the motorhome. If an owner follows the incorrect 14,500 lb GVWR on the label, the Conquest can be loaded beyond its correct 12,500 lb rating, increasing the risk of a crash. The fix is the free corrected placard.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V283000 |
|---|---|
| Gulf Stream customer service | 1-800-289-8787 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V283 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V283000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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