Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2016
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 7, 2016
(Campaign #: 99.01.30)
Spare Steel Wheel may Wear through Brake Line
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Landmark 365 fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured September 30, 2015, to October 24, 2016 and equipped with disc brakes. The spare steel wheel on the affected vehicles may not properly fit on the axle hub, resulting in the wheel rubbing on the brake line, causing it to wear.
NHTSA ID: 16V879000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 50
Consequence Summary:
The brake line may be worn through causing a loss of braking or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steel spare wheel with an aluminum wheel, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.30.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 70
November 14, 2016
(Campaign #: 99-01-28)
Aluminum Ladder Hinge may Separate
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Cyclone travel trailers manufactured July 6, 2014, to September 29, 2015 and 2015-2016 Road Warrior and 2016 Torque trailers manufactured July 18, 2014, to September 30, 2015. The affected trailers are equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries that have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
NHTSA ID: 16V819000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2,045
Consequence Summary:
If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install hinge braces over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99-01-28.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 20.68
August 1, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
LED Light Overheat Causing Fire
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Wilderness and Mallard travel trailers, 2015-2017 Elkridge fifth wheel travel trailers, and 2017 Sundance and Torque travel trailers. The affected vehicles have an LED light on the front cap of the camper that may short circuit and overheat.
NHTSA ID: 16V566000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 4,585
Consequence Summary:
If the light overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the light with one that has built-in voltage protection. The recall began on September 1, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 55.09
May 20, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incorrect Tire Information on Placard/Part 567
Heartland Recreational Vehicles (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2017 trailers manufactured February 29, 2016, to May 5, 2016. The certification labels have incorrect tire pressure information, failing to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 16V332000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 618
Consequence Summary:
Improper inflation can cause the trailer tires to become overloaded, resulting in poor handling and increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99-01-25.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 14.4
May 18, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Trailer Safety Chains may Fail
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2016-2017 trailers manufactured September 28, 2015, to April 30, 2016.
NHTSA ID: 16V318000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 172
Consequence Summary:
In the event that the main trailer connection fails, the weight of the trailer could break the safety chains. This would allow the trailer to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chains, free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 37.79
April 8, 2016
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Trailer Safety Chains not Equal to GVWR
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Torque travel trailers, models T31 and T32, manufactured December 15, 2015, to March 16, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with safety chains on the A-frame that are rated for 11,700 lbs instead of being rated equal to, or greater than, the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the travel trailer
NHTSA ID: 16V201000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 33
Consequence Summary:
In the event the main trailer connection fails, the weight of the trailer can break the safety chains if the chains are not strong enough, allowing the trailer to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing safety chains with chains that have a 16,200 pound rating, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032 or by email at parts@heartlandrvs.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 45.45
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