Foretravel, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V053000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V053000 by Foretravel, Inc.. Affecting 2004-2019 u270, u295, u320, nimbus, phenix, realm, and ih-45 motorhomes Includes 462 affected units, Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2004-2019 u270, u295, u320, nimbus, phenix, realm, and ih-45 motorhomes
Defect Summary
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
Corrective Action
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.