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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 05V514📅 Nov 9, 2005

2003, 2005 Foretravel U320T & 2006 Foretravel Nmbt + 2 more recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motor homes, the spindle plugs on some tag axles are missing. The bearings and related surfaces CAN be contaminated with debris.

💥 The risk

Debris could migrate into the bearing oil cup, which could increase the risk of a fire.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect for data tag and installation of spindle plug. Missing data tag will be installed, bearings will be cleaned, inspected, and if necessary, replaced. The recall began on december 12, 2005. Owners may contact foretravel at 1-800-955-6226.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V514000
Manufacturer
FORETRAVEL, INC.
Vehicles affected
44
Component
SUSPENSION
Owner phone
1-800-955-6226
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 12, 2005
Built
Jun 7, 2004 – Oct 10, 2005
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers 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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V514 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V514?

2003, 2005 Foretravel U320T & 2006 Foretravel Nmbt + 2 more. 44 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Foretravel dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-955-6226.