1998 Gulf Stream Motorhome
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 6 total reports mention: tires.
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WE WERE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH WHEN OUR RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW. THE TREAD COMPLETELY SEPERATED FROM THE TIRE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIRE ON OUR MOTOR HOME TO DO THIS. WE HAVE FIRESTONE STEEL BELTED RADIALS R4S LT 225/75 R16 M/S TIRES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20031116
CATASTROPHIC TREAD SEPARATION OF FIRESTONE STEELTEX R4S TIRES. THESE ARE F/S 225/75R16 TIRES. I HAD TWO CATASTROPHIC TREAD SEPARATIONS WITHIN 300 MILES ON TIRES WITH APPROXIMATELY 21,500 MILES. FIRESTONE REFUSES TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030916
CATASTROPHIC TREAD SEPARATION OF FIRESTONE STEELTEX R4S TIRES. THESE ARE F/S 225/75R16 TIRES. I HAD TWO CATASTROPHIC TREAD SEPARATIONS WITHIN 300 MILES ON TIRES WITH APPROXIMATELY 21,500 MILES. FIRESTONE REFUSES TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030916
2 of 6 total reports mention: structure.
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BODY CRACKED AT SIDE WALL ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, DUE TO DEFECTIVE UNIT. YH
NHTSA ODI report, 20000426
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Gulf Stream Motorhome — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1998 Gulf Stream Motorhome reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Gulf Stream Motorhome?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Gulf Stream Motorhome have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.