Foretravel Nimbus recalls

What is wrong

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:

Risk

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.

Recall number 18V053000 · Recall details

What is wrong

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.

Risk

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.

Recall number 17V249000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain model year 2008 Nimbus motorhomes manufactured July 9, 2007, to March 25, 2008. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.

Risk

Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Foretravel will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2016. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1‑936‑564‑8367, or Lippert customer service at 1‑574‑537‑8900.

Recall number 16V003000 · Recall details

What is wrong

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.

Risk

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.

Recall number 15V551000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Foretravel motorcoach (foretravel) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 phenix and 2007-2011 nimbus recreational vehicles equipped with se-gi windows. The adhesive bond on some panels between the glass portion and the hinge may de-bond, allowing the panel to detach and fall from the vehicle.

Risk

If this occurred during travel it could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

Remedy

Foretravel will notify owners, and is working with se-gi products to develop remedy instructions and obtain parts. The recall began on june 21, 2012. Owners may contact foretravel motorcoach, inc. At 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 12V239000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Foretravel is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 phenix and nimbus motorhome chassis equipped with pneumatic and hydraulic adjustable brake pedal assemblies p/nos. 6562618, 6565118, 77025-001, 77025-002, 77025-501, 77050-004, supplied by kongsberg automotive. Some assemblies could contain a drive pin that is below specification and may become disengaged from the brake arm causing separation or loosening of the pedal from the remainder of the assembly.

Risk

If the drive pin becomes disengaged on the brake pedal assembly, it could result in a loss of vehicle braking function and/or cause the brake pedal to interfere with the throttle pedal function. Either condition could result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Foretravel is working with kongsberg to remedy these motorhomes. Please see kongsberg's defect report 09e-064. The remedy will be performed by foretravel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2010. Owners may contact foretravel at 1‑800‑955‑6226.

Recall number 09V498000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Foretravel is recalling motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.

Risk

If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Foretravel is working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1‑888‑446‑5157 or foretravel at 936‑564‑8367.

Recall number 08V317000 · Recall details