Recall 26V486 affects 69 2025-2027 Foretravel Realm Presidential motorcoaches for brake lights that stay on. Free repair at a franchised Foretravel dealer once available.
Foretravel is recalling 69 2025-2027 Realm Presidential motorcoaches because the exterior brake lights can stay illuminated when the driver is not braking. That false signal can fail to alert other drivers to the driver's intention and increase crash risk; the repair at a Foretravel dealer will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The service brake pressure switch on the 2025-2027 Foretravel Realm Presidential is part of the brake-light signal system. Its job is to sense pressure in the service brake system and tell the exterior brake lights when the driver is pressing the brake pedal.
On affected motorcoaches, that signal does not shut off correctly. The exterior brake lights stay illuminated even when the driver is not applying the brakes. That means the lights no longer give drivers behind you a clear brake signal, which is why the recall is tied to FMVSS 108 for lamps and reflective equipment.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or another driver can notice the rear brake lights staying on while the coach is parked, idling, or moving without brake-pedal input.
Who's affected?
Covers one motorhome model across three model years, all tied to the same brake-light pressure switch.
| 2025 Foretravel Realm Presidential | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2026 Foretravel Realm Presidential | Brake lights |
| 2027 Foretravel Realm Presidential | Brake lights |
| Units affected | 69 |
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?
Brake lights that stay on can hide when you are actually braking, so traffic behind the motorhome gets less clear warning and crash risk rises. Schedule the recall repair when Foretravel opens it. Repair will be free at any franchised Foretravel dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2027 Foretravel Realm Presidential is included in this recall.
- Watch for Foretravel's owner letter, expected September 21, 2026, before you schedule the repair.
- Ask Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226 when the free pressure-switch replacement will be ready; the repair addresses brake lights that stay on when the brakes are not applied.
- Reference recall number 26V486 when you call Foretravel or schedule service.
- Drive with extra following distance until the repair is complete, since brake lights that stay on fail to show other drivers when you are braking.
What happens at the repair
Foretravel has not listed the final repair as available yet. Once the recall repair opens, Foretravel will work with Shyft to replace the pressure switch at no charge. That switch is tied to the brake light signal, so the work is aimed at stopping the exterior brake lights from staying on when the driver is not pressing the brake pedal. Owner letters are expected on September 21, 2026. Until then, keep your recall notice or VIN information handy and ask Foretravel customer service whether parts and scheduling are open for your coach.
Timeline
| July 27, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V486?
Recall 26V486 covers 69 2025-2027 Foretravel Realm Presidential motorcoaches whose exterior brake lights can stay illuminated when the driver is not braking. That brake-light condition can fail to alert other drivers to the coach's actual braking, increasing crash risk. Foretravel will work with Shyft to replace the pressure switch for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2027 Foretravel Realm Presidential is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcoach is included in recall 26V486. If it is, contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226 to arrange the pressure switch replacement. Reference recall 26V486 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Foretravel will work with Shyft to replace the pressure switch free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the brake lights stay on when the driver is not pressing the brake pedal. Other drivers then lose a clear signal of the coach's actual braking, which increases crash risk. The fix is the free pressure switch replacement.
When will Foretravel notify owners?
Foretravel expects to mail owner notification letters on September 21, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter to act. Check your VIN, then contact Foretravel customer service at 1-800-955-6226 if your motorcoach is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V486000 |
|---|---|
| Foretravel customer service | 1-800-955-6226 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V486 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V486000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on August 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →