Heartland Bighorn Silverado

Model Bighorn Silverado made by Heartland got 2 recalls. There was one recall concerning equipment .

Model 2012

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
12V417000HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC V (Vehicle)7MFRHEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC08/28/201208/28/2012
Defect SummaryHeartland rv (heartland) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 elkridge and model year 2012-2013 bighorn silverado fifth wheel vehicles. certain vehicles manufactured with liquid propane (lp) generators may have the lp supply line connected incorrectly to the generator.
Consequence SummaryIf the lp supply line is connected incorrectly, the generator may vent liquid propane into the generator compartment. in the presence of an ignition source, the vented propane can result in an explosion.
Corrective SummaryHeartland will notify owners and dealers will inspect and correct the lp supply line fitting as necessary, free of charge. heartland has not provided a notification schedule. owners may contact heartland at 1-888-262-5992.
NotesHeartland rv's safety recall number is 99-01-09. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - LPG LINES AND FITTINGS
12V470000HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLCfrom 03/28/2012 to 08/28/2012V (Vehicle)68MFRHEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC09/25/201209/26/2012
Defect SummaryHeartland recreational vehicles, llc, (heartland) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 bighorn silverado fifth wheel travel trailers, manufactured from february 28, 2012, through august 28, 2012. the liquid propane (lp) hose and wire hanger that is mounted under the slide out can come in contact with the tire, causing damage to the lp hose and wiring.
Consequence SummaryA damaged lp hose can lead to an lp leak and fire, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Corrective SummaryHeartland will notify owners, and dealers will repair the affected vehicles free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in october 2012. owners may contact heartland recreational vehicles at 1-888-262-5992.
NotesHeartland's number for this recall is 99-01-10.owners may also contact the national highway traffic and safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.