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🔥 Fire risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 18V053📅 Jan 18, 2018

2004–2019 Foretravel IH45 & 2004–2019 Foretravel Nimbus + 5 more recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain 2004-2019 U270, U295, U320, Nimbus, Phenix, Realm, and ih-45 motorhomes. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

💥 The risk

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

🔧 The fix

Foretravel will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2018. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-936-564-8367, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

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
18V053000
Manufacturer
Foretravel, Inc.
Vehicles affected
462
Component
EQUIPMENT
Owner phone
1-855-262-3540
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 6, 2018
Built
Apr 1, 2003 – Jan 8, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 18V053 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 18V053?

2004–2019 Foretravel IH45 & 2004–2019 Foretravel Nimbus + 5 more. 462 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 1-855-262-3540.