Gulf Stream Vista Cruiser 2005

Model Vista Cruiser made in 2005 by Gulf Stream got 4 consumer complains as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train and structure. There was one recall concerning equipment .

Model 2005

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
05V446000GULF STREAM COACH, INC.from 01/05/2004 to 08/25/2005V (Vehicle)30610/14/2005MFRGULF STREAM COACH, INC.10/04/200510/04/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain class b motor homes built on the sprinter chassis, the steel bracket securing the holding tank is installed in a location in which it presses against the oem brake lines.
Consequence SummaryThis condition creates points of possible wear due to vibration during vehicle operation which, over time, could cause the brake lines to fatigue and leak brake fluid. this could cause failure of the brakes to operate properly which could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will repair these vehicles. the recall began on october 14, 2005. owners may contact gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
10/26/20063970108/01/2006
 Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, there was a pronounced vibration coming from under the rv. the rv was inspected by a dealer who determined the driveshaft angles were manufactured incorrectly and was exceeding the gross vehicle weight. the dealer determined the frame needed to be lengthened in order to stabilize the overload and the vibration. the manufacturer was not alerted. updated 11/30/2006 - *nm
STRUCTURE
01/29/200918000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2005 gulf stream vista cruiser rv. while driving at an unknown speed, the rear passenger panel fell off the vehicle without warning. the dealer stated that the part for the repair was on backorder. the manufacturer did not assist. the failure and current mileages were 18,000.
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
10/26/20063970108/01/2006
 Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, there was a pronounced vibration coming from under the rv. the rv was inspected by a dealer who determined the driveshaft angles were manufactured incorrectly and was exceeding the gross vehicle weight. the dealer determined the frame needed to be lengthened in order to stabilize the overload and the vibration. the manufacturer was not alerted. updated 11/30/2006 - *nm
TIRES - VALVE
09/25/20059400305/26/2005
 Dt: contact stated three valve stems failed. the first one was the right rear. it was pushed over to the side. the other two failed while the contact was driving at 65 mph, and without warning, both the left rear and the right front failed. he was able to get vehicle off the road. aaa came and changed the tires that were flat. aalso, and changed the stems on the other two tires. dealer and manufacturer have not been contacted yet. michelin, tire size lt225/75r16 . *ak

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
CASAN BERNADINO92408LAMASA RV909-420-7100
NYSYRACUSE13202MYERS RV SUPER STORE315-451-1266