Foretravel U270 2003

Model U270 made in 2003 by Foretravel got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, visibility.

Model 2003

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
05V171000FORETRAVEL, INC.from 03/14/2003 to 03/15/2005V (Vehicle)10804/25/2005ODIFORETRAVEL, INC.04/26/200504/26/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Consequence SummaryThe surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.
Corrective SummaryVehicle systems is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. owners may contact vehicle systems at 1-800-685-4298 or foretravel at 936-564-8367.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
08V317000FORETRAVEL, INC.from 04/01/1997 to 09/30/2006V (Vehicle)710/24/2008ODIFORETRAVEL, INC.07/14/200807/14/2008
Defect SummaryForetravel 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.
Consequence SummaryIf this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryForetravel 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.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
07V076000FORETRAVEL, INC.from 04/01/1997 to 05/31/2003V (Vehicle)15304/16/2007MFRFORETRAVEL, INC.03/05/200703/05/2007
Defect SummaryCertain 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.
Consequence SummaryRelease of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryForetravel 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.)
NotesCustomers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR
03V222000FORETRAVEL, INC.from 06/26/2001 to 06/06/2003V (Vehicle)31510/08/2003MFRFORETRAVEL, INC.06/12/200306/20/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain motorhomes equipped with dual linkage windshield wiper systems. the wiper motor securing bolts may not have been properly torqued and sercured with thread locking compound.
Consequence SummaryThe securing bolts may work loose and allow the wiper arms to travel outside their normal path during operation. the driver's visability may be impaired, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryCustomers will be notified and the existing mounting bolts will be removed and replaced with new bolts, lock washer, and thread locker. owner notification began on october 8, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact foretravel at 936-564-8367.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration