Recall 25V813 covers 7 2020-2022 Foretravel Realm and Realm 450 vehicles for loose seat pedestals. Repair is free at any franchised Foretravel dealer.
Foretravel is recalling 7 2020-2022 Realm and Realm 450 motorhomes because an improperly welded pedestal mounting plate can separate, leaving the seat assembly loose or detached. A loose seat assembly can fail to restrain the occupant during a crash and increase injury risk; Foretravel dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The seat pedestal on the 2020-2022 Foretravel Realm and Realm 450 is the rotating base under the driver or passenger seat. It supports the seat, keeps it attached to the coach floor, and helps the seat belt anchorage hold the occupant in place during a crash.
In NHTSA campaign 25V813, the pedestal mounting plate was improperly welded on certain Villa seat assemblies installed in these coaches. The plate was not fully welded the way it should have been, so the pedestal can separate from the base. If that happens in a crash, the seat assembly can loosen or detach, increasing the risk of injury.
The recall filing does not identify a reliable early symptom that owners can see or feel before the weld fails. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers Realm and Realm 450 motorhomes across the 2020-2022 model years, all involving the same seat assembly.
| 2020 Foretravel Realm | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2022 Foretravel Realm 450 | seat assembly |
| 2022 Foretravel Realm | seat assembly |
| 2021 Foretravel Realm | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 7 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose or detached seat assembly can keep the seat from restraining an occupant as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. There is no listed warning sign before the problem is found, so schedule the inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Foretravel dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Foretravel Realm or Realm 450 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Foretravel dealer to schedule the free pedestal-seat inspection and replacement that fixes the missing-weld condition behind the loose or detached seat assembly.
- Bring the owner letter if you received one. If not, reference recall number 25V813 when you call.
- Avoid using an affected seat until the dealer confirms the pedestal mounting plate is properly welded or replaces the seat.
- Call Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226 if you have questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Foretravel technician inspects the pedestal seat for the missing weld. The inspection is listed at less than 5 minutes. If the weld is missing, the technician replaces the pedestal seat, with replacement listed at about 60 minutes of labor. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid for a related pedestal seat repair, Foretravel lists reimbursement claims for one hour of labor. Bring prior repair documentation to the service desk or use Foretravel's reimbursement claim process.
| Estimated time at dealer | 60 minutes |
|---|---|
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
Timeline
| November 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 24, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| December 2, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 15, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 24, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V813?
Recall 25V813 covers 7 2020-2022 Foretravel Realm and Realm 450 vehicles with a pedestal mounting plate weld defect. The plate can separate and let the seat assembly loosen or detach, reducing occupant restraint during a crash. Foretravel dealers will inspect the weld and replace the pedestal seat as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Foretravel Realm or Realm 450 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V813. If it is, contact a Foretravel dealer to schedule the seat pedestal inspection. Reference recall number 25V813 when you call. The inspection and any needed pedestal seat replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Foretravel dealers will inspect for the missing weld and replace the pedestal seat as necessary free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced occupant restraint during a crash. If the pedestal mounting plate separates, the seat assembly can loosen or detach and fail to restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
When were owners notified?
Foretravel mailed owner notification letters on December 15, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and contact a Foretravel dealer with recall number 25V813.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V813000 |
|---|---|
| Foretravel customer service | 1-800-955-6226 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V813 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V813000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →