2012–2018 Foretravel IH45, 2012–2018 Foretravel Nimbus, 2012–2018 Foretravel Phenix Recall: Ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen…
NHTSA campaign 17V249000 · Suspension · filed Apr 11, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain 2012-2018 ih-45, Phenix and Nimbus motorhomes. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a partial loss of steering.
The risk
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Foretravel will notify owners, and dealers will inspect clean, and secure the ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on April 26, 2017. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226, option 3.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
More Foretravel IH45 recalls
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- 2012–2016 Foretravel IH45 and 2 other models — Affected vehicles are built with independent front…
Other campaigns involving Foretravel vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V249000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.