2008 Foretravel Nimbus — Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Published January 5, 2016 · Recall initiated: January 5, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V003000, published January 5, 2016. Recalling firm: Foretravel, Inc.; 2008 Foretravel Nimbus — Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer.
What's the hazard
Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain model year 2008 Nimbus motorhomes manufactured July 9, 2007, to March 25, 2008. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
What to do
Foretravel will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2016. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-936-564-8367, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-537-8900.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORETRAVEL
- Model
- NIMBUS
- Manufacturer
- Foretravel, Inc.
- Lot
- 2008 FORETRAVEL NIMBUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2008 Foretravel Nimbus — Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V003000 on January 5, 2016. Reported hazard: Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain model year 2008 Nimbus motorhomes manufactured July 9, 2007, to March 25, 2008. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
What should I do if I have this product?
Foretravel will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on February 20, 2016. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-936-564-8367, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-537-8900.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORETRAVEL. Model: NIMBUS.