Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V498000 Reported December 30, 2009

Adjustable brake pedal assemblies

Foretravel, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 74 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V498000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
74
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 30, 2009

Defect Summary

Foretravel is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 phenix and nimbus motorhome chassis equipped with pneumatic and hydraulic adjustable brake pedal assemblies p/nos. 6562618, 6565118, 77025-001, 77025-002, 77025-501, 77050-004, supplied by kongsberg automotive. Some assemblies could contain a drive pin that is below specification and may become disengaged from the brake arm causing separation or loosening of the pedal from the remainder of the assembly.

Safety Consequence

If the drive pin becomes disengaged on the brake pedal assembly, it could result in a loss of vehicle braking function and/or cause the brake pedal to interfere with the throttle pedal function. either condition could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Foretravel is working with kongsberg to remedy these motorhomes. please see kongsberg's defect report 09e-064. the remedy will be performed by foretravel free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during january 2010. owners may contact foretravel at 1-800-955-6226.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Foretravel, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 09V498000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V498000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V498000?

NHTSA recall 09V498000 was issued by Foretravel, Inc. on December 30, 2009. It addresses: Adjustable brake pedal assemblies. The recall affects approximately 74 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Foretravel, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V498000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.