01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2013 Foretravel Nimbus recall campaigns
NHTSA 18V053000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- January 15, 2018
- Potential units
- 462campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain 2004-2019 U270, U295, U320, Nimbus, Phenix, Realm, and ih-45 motorhomes. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf.
Why it matters: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Foretravel will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2018. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-936-564-8367, 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.
Owner notification: February 6, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Foretravel, Inc.
NHTSA 17V249000
- Component
- SUSPENSION
- Report received
- April 11, 2017
- Potential units
- 81campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain 2012-2018 ih-45, Phenix and Nimbus motorhomes. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
Why it matters: A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Foretravel will notify owners, and dealers will inspect clean, and secure the ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on April 26, 2017. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226, option 3.
Owner notification: April 25, 2017 · Filing manufacturer: Foretravel, Inc.
NHTSA 15V551000
- Component
- SUSPENSION
- Report received
- September 2, 2015
- Potential units
- 57campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nimbus, Phenix, and IH45 motorhomes manufactured May 16, 2011, to February 24, 2014. The affected vehicles are built with independent front suspensions that may have loose ball joints.
Why it matters: A loose ball joint may separate from the steering linkage resulting in a loss of steering control and an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Foretravel will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorhomes and tighten the ball joints, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226, option 3.
Owner notification: October 6, 2015 · Filing manufacturer: Foretravel, Inc.
02 / COMPONENT BREADTH