The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V249000·Announced 2017-04-11

Foretravel Recalls 2012-2018 Motorhomes Due to Front Suspension Defect

Foretravel is recalling 2012-2018 Phenix, IH45, and Nimbus motorhomes because front suspension ball joints can loosen, potentially causing a loss of steering control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension ball joint separation) that can cause loss of steering control, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating involving significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Foretravel, Inc. is recalling certain 2012-2018 ih-45, Phenix, and Nimbus motorhomes. The recall addresses a defect in the independent front suspension (IFS) modules where the ball joints can loosen and separate. This separation can lead to a partial loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

The recall began on April 26, 2017. Foretravel will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect, clean, and secure the ball joints free of charge. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226, option 3, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORETRAVEL PHENIX, NIMBUS, IH45
Brand
FORETRAVEL
Manufacturer
Foretravel, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
81

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • PHENIX
  • NIMBUS
  • IH45

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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