Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Motorhomes Equipped With Dual Linkage Windshield Wiper Systems. The Wiper Motor Securing Bolts May Not Have Been Properly Torqued And Sercured With Thread Locking Compound.
Make Of Vehicle
FORETRAVEL
Model Of Vehicle
U270
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V222000
Component Description
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
Effect Of Defect
The Securing Bolts May Work Loose And Allow The Wiper Arms To Travel Outside Their Normal Path During Operation. The Driver’S Visability May Be Impaired, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Customers Will Be Notified And The Existing Mounting Bolts Will Be Removed And Replaced With New Bolts, Lock Washer, And Thread Locker. Owner Notification Began On October 8, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Foretravel At 936-564-8367.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Foretravel, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20010626
End Of Manufacture
20030606
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
315
Date Owners Notified
20031008
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Foretravel, Inc.
Date Report Received
20030612