NHTSA Recall 02V025000: Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)
FORETRAVEL, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 81 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Foretravel G320.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V025000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
| Report received | January 24, 2002 |
| Owner notification | February 6, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes, the windshield wiper crank arm assembly bolt is too short to completely tighten the crank arm around the motor shaft. The arm could loosen from the motor shaft, causing the wiper not to work.
Safety risk
Failure of the windshield wipers could lead to loss of visibility during critical periods when wipers are necessary, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper assembly and correct if necessary. Owner notification began february 6, 2002. 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.
Notes
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 02V025000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Foretravel G320 | 2002 |
| Foretravel Grand Villa | 2002 |
| Foretravel U270 | 2002 |
| Foretravel U295 | 2002 |
| Foretravel U320 | 2002 |
| Foretravel Unicoach | 2002 |
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.