Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2020

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 6 safety recalls made by Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.

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October 19, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Outriggers may Bend Affecting Handling

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Milestone fifth-wheel trailers. The outriggers may bend due to loading within the rear storage area.
NHTSA ID: 20V643000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 104
Consequence Summary:
If the outriggers bend, it can negatively affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the frame, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 25
August 28, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Front Landing Legs may Buckle

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Cyclone and 2020-2021 Bighorn Traveler, and Elkridge recreational trailers. Due to insufficient bracing, the front landing legs may buckle and collapse while the trailer is parked.
NHTSA ID: 20V521000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1,409
Consequence Summary:
If the landing legs buckle, the trailer will drop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of property damage, personal injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install a jack bracket to reinforce the landing legs, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 39.67
August 18, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

LP Hose and Connector In Path Of Shackle

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2021 Mallard travel trailers. The liquid propane (LP) hose and connector may contact the suspension shackle.
NHTSA ID: 20V486000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 204
Consequence Summary:
Contact with the shackle can cause premature failure of the LP hose, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the hose to prevent the LP hose/connector from being able to make contact with the shackle. The recall began October 9, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 29.41
May 14, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

U-Bolts for Spare Tire Carrier May Break

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Mallard, Prowler, Trail Runner, and Wilderness trailers equipped with a bumper-mounted spare tire carrier. The U-bolt that secures the spare tire may break, and cause the spare tire to detach during travel.
NHTSA ID: 20V275000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 392
Consequence Summary:
If both U-bolts break, the carrier and spare tire can detach from the unit, resulting in an increased risk of injury and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire mounting U-bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 33.67
March 11, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Incorrect GVWR on Certification Label /Part 567

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Shadow Cruiser Ultra Lite trailers. The Certification Label indicates an incorrect GVWR and axle rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 20V140000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
An incorrect GVWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded and the axles failing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners and send them corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
February 13, 2020
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Smoker Detector in the Incorrect Location

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Bighorn Traveler, Elkridge, Milestone, and Pioneer Fifth Wheel trailers. The smoke detector may be incorrectly located in the bedroom.
NHTSA ID: 20V084000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 487
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a fire, the smoke detector may not provide adequate warning for the occupants to be able to escape safely, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will either relocate the detector or add an additional one, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 55.03