CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES
- Problem
- Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain 2020 Realm and iH45 vehicles built on a Spartan chassis. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction, which may result in an extended stopping distance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Risk
- An increase in stopping distance increases the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Foretravel will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the valves, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The brake relay valve in these motorhomes may have an air flow restriction. This can extend stopping distance, which raises the risk of a crash. The vehicles also do not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 121, which covers air brake systems.
Foretravel will notify owners, and authorized Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the brake relay valves at no charge. If you own one of these vehicles, you can contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226. Also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Foretravel IH-45 | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Foretravel Realm | 2020 |