Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V198000 Reported May 15, 2013

Unexpected unfurling of the awning

Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. · N/A · 27 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V198000
Manufacturer Campaign
13AW-0204
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
27
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 15, 2013

Defect Summary

Gulf stream coach, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2013 canyon trail, sedona, ridgeline, kingsport, and trail master recreational vehicle trailers manufactured febuary 13, 2013, through april 24, 2013. the vehicles are equipped with weatherpro and 9100 series power awnings. due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.

Safety Consequence

If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Gulf stream will notify owners and dometic staff will replace the affected motors with motors of a different design. gulf stream has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact gulf stream at 1-574-773-7761 or dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. gulf stream coach's recall number for this campaign is 13aw-0204. owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 13V198000 or campaign 13AW-0204.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V198000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 13V198000?

NHTSA recall 13V198000 was issued by Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. on May 15, 2013. It addresses: Unexpected unfurling of the awning. The recall affects approximately 27 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Gulf Stream Coach, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V198000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13AW-0204. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.