NHTSA Recall 03V222000: Motor (visibility)
FORETRAVEL, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 315 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Foretravel G320.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V222000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | June 12, 2003 |
| Owner notification | October 8, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Also, customers can 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 03V222000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Foretravel G320 | 2002, 2003 |
| Foretravel Grand Villa | 2002, 2003 |
| Foretravel U270 | 2002, 2003 |
| Foretravel U295 | 2002, 2003 |
| Foretravel U320 | 2002, 2003 |
| Foretravel Unicoach | 2002, 2003 |
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.