NHTSA Recall 00V246310: Linkages (steering)
FORETRAVEL, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 76 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Foretravel GV320.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V246310 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | November 8, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 13, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with trw 20-edl ball-socket assemblies. Certain of the ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket. These bearings were produced between july 5 and october 3, 1999.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball-socket assemblies.
Notes
Owner notification began november 13, 2000. 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 1-800-955-6226, extension 254.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V246310
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Foretravel GV320 | 2000, 2001 |
| Foretravel U270 | 2000, 2001 |
| Foretravel U295 | 2000, 2001 |
| Foretravel U320 | 2000, 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.