Recall 05V-249: 2005 Foretravel U270, 2005 Foretravel U295 and 3 more

FORETRAVEL, INC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jun 2, 2005, covering about 53 vehicles.

NHTSA number

05V-249

Report date

Jun 2, 2005

Vehicles affected

Owners notified

Jun 29, 2005

The problem

On certain motor homes equipped with a dual wiper motor system, a circlip (Snap ring) which holds each rod end of the variable arch lever in place is missing.

The risk

The rod end bearing may become detached from the arch lever and the driver wiper arm can stop moving during operation. Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.

The fix

Owners will be provided with parts and detailed instructions on installation of the circlips and how to complete the repair. The recall began on june 29, 2005. Owners may contact foretravel at 1-936-564-8367.

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.

Recall details

Manufacturer	FORETRAVEL, INC.
Component	Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	05V249000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Foretravel U270	2005	All years
Foretravel U295	2005	All years
Foretravel U295T	2005	All years
Foretravel U320	2005	All years
Foretravel U320T	2005	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-249?

On certain motor homes equipped with a dual wiper motor system, a circlip (Snap ring) which holds each rod end of the variable arch lever in place is missing.

How is recall 05V-249 fixed?

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.