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2012-2018 Foretravel IH45, Foretravel Nimbus and others recall: control arm

Foretravel, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 11, 2017. It covers about 81 vehicles.

vehicles affected
81
reported
Apr 11, 2017
owners notified
Apr 25, 2017

Suspension: front: control arm

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V249000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2018 Foretravel IH45, Foretravel Nimbus and others control arm?

Yes. Recall 17V249000, reported on April 11, 2017, covers about 81 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V249000?

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.

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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