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2008-2010 Foretravel Nimbus and Foretravel Phenix recall: pedals and linkages

Foretravel, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 30, 2009. It covers about 74 vehicles.

vehicles affected
74
reported
Dec 30, 2009
owners notified
Jan 29, 2010

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V498000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Foretravel Nimbus and Foretravel Phenix pedals and linkages?

Yes. Recall 09V498000, reported on December 30, 2009, covers about 74 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V498000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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