NHTSA Recall 05V249000: Linkages (visibility)
FORETRAVEL, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 53 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Foretravel U270.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V249000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › LINKAGES |
| Report received | June 2, 2005 |
| Owner notification | June 29, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes equipped with a dual wiper motor system, a circlip (snap ring) which holds each rod end of the variable arch lever in place is missing.
Safety risk
The rod end bearing may become detached from the arch lever and the driver wiper arm can stop moving during operation. Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with parts and detailed instructions on installation of the circlips and how to complete the repair. The recall began on june 29, 2005. Owners may contact foretravel at 1-936-564-8367.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V249000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Foretravel U270 | 2005 |
| Foretravel U295 | 2005 |
| Foretravel U295T | 2005 |
| Foretravel U320 | 2005 |
| Foretravel U320T | 2005 |
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.