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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V498📅 Dec 30, 2009

2008–2010 Foretravel Nimbus & 2008–2010 Foretravel Phenix recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Foretravel is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 Phenix and Nimbus motorhome chassis equipped with pneumatic and hydraulic adjustable brake pedal assemblies p/nos. 6562618, 6565118, 77025-001, 77025-002, 77025-501, 77050-004, supplied by kongsberg automotive. Some assemblies could contain a drive pin that is below specification and may become disengaged from the brake arm causing separation or loosening of the pedal from the remainder of the assembly.

💥 The risk

If the drive pin becomes disengaged on the brake pedal assembly, it could result in a loss of vehicle braking function and/or cause the brake pedal to interfere with the throttle pedal function. Either condition could result in a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Foretravel is working with kongsberg to remedy these motorhomes. Please see kongsberg's defect report 09E-064. The remedy will be performed by foretravel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2010. 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
09V498000
Manufacturer
FORETRAVEL, INC.
Vehicles affected
74
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Owner phone
1-800-955-6226
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 29, 2010
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners 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 09V498 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 09V498?

2008–2010 Foretravel Nimbus & 2008–2010 Foretravel Phenix. 74 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.