2013 Gulfstream Canyon Trail Travel Trailer Recall Awning can unfurl without warning

Report Receipt Date: MAY 15, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V198000
Component(s): EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected: 27
Manufacturer: Gulf Stream Coach

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.

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.