Foretravel U320 2002

Model U320 made in 2002 by Foretravel got 6 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, visibility.

Model 2002

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
09V299000FORETRAVEL, INC. V (Vehicle)109/23/2008ODIFORETRAVEL, INC.07/29/200907/29/2009
Defect SummaryForetravel is recalling 1 model year 2002 u320 recreational vehicle equipped with a norcold model 1200lrim refrigerator, manufactured from march 1, 2001 to december 31, 2002, with serial numbers between 1273701 and 1536607, non-consecutively. a fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak. if a leak occurs and the refrigerator continues to be operated after solution circulation has ceased the heat source could generate very high temperatures. at such high temperatures, the cooling unit could rupture.
Consequence SummaryIf a leak occurs and the unit is continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
Corrective SummaryForetravel is working with norcold and norcold will notify owners and the vehicle's refrigerator will be repaired free of charge (please see 09e-027). owners may contact norcold's recall center at 1-800-767-9101.
NotesOwners 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
10V572000FORETRAVEL, INC. V (Vehicle)4MFRFORETRAVEL, INC.11/18/201011/18/2010
Defect SummaryForetravel 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.
Consequence SummaryThe 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.
Corrective SummaryForetravel 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 is expected to begin during december 2010. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or foretravel at 1-936-564-8367.
NotesOwners 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 .
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
02V025000FORETRAVEL, INC.from 06/29/2001 to 12/19/2001V (Vehicle)8102/06/2002MFRFORETRAVEL, INC.01/24/200201/26/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain motor homes, the windshield wiper crank arm assembly bolt is too short to completely tighten the crank arm around the motor shaft. the arm could loosen from the motor shaft, causing the wiper not to work.
Consequence SummaryFailure of the windshield wipers could lead to loss of visibility during critical periods when wipers are necessary, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the windshield wiper assembly and correct if necessary. owner notification began february 6, 2002. 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 1-800-955-6226, extension 254.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
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