The worst 2001 Foretravel U320 problems
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Recalls 5
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Foretravel is recalling certain model year 1998, 1999, 2001, and 2002 model u320 coaches equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. The response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
- 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 may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
- Remedy
- Foretravel is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. Owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. The recall began on december 10, 2010. Owners may contact norcold at 1‑800‑767‑9101 or foretravel at 1‑936‑564‑8367.
Recall number 10V572000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Foretravel is recalling 3 my 1998-1999 and 2001 u320 coaches equipped with norcold refrigerators. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak.
- Risk
- Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
- Remedy
- Foretravel is working with norcold to repair these refrigerators. Norcold will provide thermal switch kits to owners along with the necessary forms and instructions. The recall is expected to begin during july 2008. Owners may contact norcold at 1‑800‑767‑9101 or foretravel at 1‑936‑564‑8367.
Recall number 08V250000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Certain motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, 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
- Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Foretravel will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). 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 you 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 1‑936‑564‑8367. (please note: refrigerator model rm3363 is not included in this campaign.)
Recall number 07V076000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with trw 20-edl ball-socket assemblies. Certain of the ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket. These bearings were produced between july 5 and october 3, 1999.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ball-socket assemblies.
Recall number 00V246310 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
- Risk
- Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the defective buckle assemblies.
Recall number 00V273003 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Foretravel U320 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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Is the 2001 Foretravel U320 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2001 Foretravel U320.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Foretravel U320?
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How many recalls does the 2001 Foretravel U320 have?
5 recalls, covering equipment, steering and seat belts.
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