FORETRAVEL NIMBUS 2018: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V249000

Make Model Year
FORETRAVEL NIMBUS 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-04-25 2017-04-11 2017-04-13

Production Dates: 2011-05-05 - 2016-10-05

Manufacturers Involved: Foretravel, Inc.

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 81

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.