Recall 10V-493: 2011 Heartland North Country

HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 8, 2010, covering about 198 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-493
Report date
Oct 8, 2010
Vehicles affected
198
Owners notified
Nov 22, 2010

The problem

Heartland is recalling certain model year 2011 north country travel trailers, manufactured from july 14, 2010, through september 14, 2010, equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. A potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. Such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.

The risk

A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.

The fix

Heartland is working with atwood and will replace or repair the stoves free of charge. The safety recall began on october 22, 2010. Owners may contact atwood at 1-574-266-4749 or heartland at 1-877-262-8032.

Notes

Heartland safety recall no. 99-01-05.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerHEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V493000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Heartland North Country2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V-493?

Heartland is recalling certain model year 2011 north country travel trailers, manufactured from july 14, 2010, through september 14, 2010, equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. A potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. Such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.

How is recall 10V-493 fixed?

Heartland is working with atwood and will replace or repair the stoves free of charge. The safety recall began on october 22, 2010. Owners may contact atwood at 1-574-266-4749 or heartland at 1-877-262-8032.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.