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2006 Gulf Stream IndependenceProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2006 Gulf Stream Independence, most often about the structure. It is covered by 5 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls5Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage1kStructure, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 30, 2012. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2006 Gulf Stream Independence has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Structure10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2006 Gulf Stream Independence recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 10V-584 · Nov 22, 2010 · 1,328 vehicles

Risk. THE SENSING ALGORITHM OR THERMAL SWITCH INSTALLED TO SHUT OFF POWER TO THE REFRIGERATOR WHEN HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DETECTED DUE TO A POSSIBLE HYDROGEN GAS LEAK…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Service brakes, hydraulic

Recall 09V-245 · Jul 1, 2009 · 15 vehicles

Risk. THE DRIVER WOULD NORMALLY DETECT THE BRAKE DRAG BUT IF UNDETECTED THE TEMPERATURE INCREASE AT THE WHEEL END CAN EVENTUALLY LEAD TO SOFT PEDAL CONDITIONS DUE TO…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 08V-411 · Aug 15, 2008 · 26,847 vehicles

Risk. IF THIS SOLUTION IS EXPOSED TO AN IGNITION SOURCE UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 1 more recall

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Gulf Stream.

Best & worst years

2006 vs. every other Independence year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Independence median. How we score

'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'24
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Independence owners report

Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM THAT OPENS THE DOOR REQUIRED AN EXTEND STRETCH TO CLOSE THE DOOR. THIS EXTENSION COULD RESULT IN THE OCCUPANT POSSIBLY FALLING FROM THE MOTOR HOME. ADDITIONALLY, THE BASEMENT DOORS HAVE SHARP EDGES THAT POSE RISK TO SMALL CHILDREN OR ADULTS WHO MAY NOT…
Complaint 10159729 · Jun 13, 2006 · 1,400 miles

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