01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2022 Heartland Sundance recall campaigns
NHTSA 22V591000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- August 8, 2022
- Potential units
- 5,446campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2022 Cyclone, Elk Ridge, Fuel, Milestone, North Trail, 2022-2023 Big Horn Traveler, Gravity, Lithium, Mallard, Pioneer, Prowler, Road Warrior, Sundance, Torque, and Trail Runner travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.
Why it matters: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the awning, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by September 8, 2022. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Owner notification: September 8, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
NHTSA 22V432000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- June 17, 2022
- Potential units
- 12,285campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2022 Cyclone, Gravity, Sundance, Big Country, Big Horn, Big Horn Traveler, Elkridge, Fuel, North Trail, Landmark, Lithium, Milestone, Torque, Trail Runner, Pioneer, Prowler, and Road Warrior travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Why it matters: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the quick disconnect fittings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2022. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.67.
Owner notification: June 29, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
NHTSA 22V305000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Report received
- May 6, 2022
- Potential units
- 69campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2022 Sundance trailers. The 12-volt mini breaker cover for the slide-out was not installed during production, leading to exposed studs that may cause electrical arcing.
Why it matters: Electrical arcing between the exposed studs and nearby aluminum ducting can increase the risk of fire and injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the 12-volt mini breaker for the slide-out, and install a cover if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2022. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Owner notification: June 21, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
NHTSA 21V994000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- December 20, 2021
- Potential units
- 41campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Heartland Recreation Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2022 Sundance travel trailers. The Federal and Certification labels may indicate incorrect tire information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheel and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars.".
Why it matters: Incorrect tire information can allow for incorrect replacement tires, which can affect towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Heartland will mail replacement certification labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is RC000156.
Owner notification: February 9, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
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