Gulf Stream 2012 Recalls: Fire Extinguisher May Not Work in Fires
Gulf Stream recalls certain 2011-2012 recreational trailers with Kidde fire extinguishers that may become clogged or detach, increasing fire injury risk. Owners must contact Kidde for free replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
What happened, in plain English
Gulf Stream is recalling specific 2011-2012 recreational trailers that have Kidde fire extinguishers which might become clogged or detach during a fire, potentially causing injury. Owners need to get a replacement extinguisher from Kidde for free. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1251708-gulf-stream-2012-recalls-fire-extinguisher-may-not-work-in.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1251708-gulf-stream-2012-recalls-fire-extinguisher-may-not-work-in · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V005000
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“Gulf Stream 2012 Recalls: Fire Extinguisher May Not Work in Fires.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1251708-gulf-stream-2012-recalls-fire-extinguisher-may-not-work-in. Based on NHTSA recall #18V005000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V005000).
Why it’s dangerous
If a fire occurs, the fire extinguisher might not work properly because it could be clogged or detach from the valve assembly. This could lead to the extinguisher failing to discharge or requiring excessive force to activate, increasing injury risk during a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of Gulf Stream 2011-2012 recreational trailers with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers are affected. Trailer users during fires are at higher risk if the extinguisher becomes clogged or detaches.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Gulf Stream trailer was manufactured between 2011 and 2012 and has a Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguisher. The full list of affected models is available at the provided link.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Kidde for Replacement
Gulf Stream will provide a free replacement fire extinguisher for affected trailers through Kidde customer service.
Check for Extinguisher Issues
Inspect the fire extinguisher for signs of clogging or detachment from the valve assembly.
What NHTSA says to do
Gulf Stream will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Gulf Stream customer service at 1-800-289-8787, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 46 days.
- Recall began
- NHTSA received the defect report
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
What models are affected?
Gulf Stream 2011-2012 recreational trailers including Endura Max, Matrix, Yellowstone, Canyon Trail, Aztec, Ridgeline, Mako, Executive Ridgeline, Stream-Lite Sport, Stream-Lite Explorer, Gulf Breeze, and other models listed in the recall notice.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V005000 (April 1, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.