NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Foretravel IH-45 Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 Foretravel IH-45 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of October 21, 2026. try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2016 Foretravel IH-45. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Foretravel dealer.
Includes campaigns NHTSA files under the spelling "IH45".
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Foretravel IH-45. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #18V053000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported January 15, 2018 · Foretravel, Inc.
Potentially affected: 462 vehicles
Repair completion: 7.58% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified February 6, 2018 · Vehicles built April 1, 2003 – January 8, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain 2004-2019 U270, U295, U320, Nimbus, Phenix, Realm, and ih-45 motorhomes. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Foretravel will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2018. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-936-564-8367, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
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.
Loose Ball Joints may cause Loss of Steering
NHTSA #17V249000 · Suspension — Front — Control Arm · NHTSA notice
Reported April 11, 2017 · Foretravel, Inc.
Potentially affected: 81 vehicles
Repair completion: 86.08% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified April 25, 2017 · Vehicles built May 5, 2011 – October 5, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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.
Ball Joints may Detach from Front Suspension
NHTSA #15V551000 · Suspension — Front — Control Arm — Lower Ball Joint · NHTSA notice
Reported September 2, 2015 · Foretravel, Inc.
Potentially affected: 57 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.29% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified October 6, 2015 · Vehicles built May 16, 2011 – July 23, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Foretravel, Inc. (Foretravel) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nimbus, Phenix, and IH45 motorhomes manufactured May 16, 2011, to February 24, 2014. The affected vehicles are built with independent front suspensions that may have loose ball joints.
Safety consequence
A loose ball joint may separate from the steering linkage resulting in a loss of steering control and an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Foretravel will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorhomes and tighten the ball joints, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Owners may contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226, option 3.
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.
Other Foretravel IH-45 model years
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