Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Wilderness
— Recall Campaign #16V566000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 4,585 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V566000
| Manufacturer: | Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 01, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V566000 |
| Units affected: | 4,585 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- 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.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.