Recall 19V-525: 2017 Heartland Bighorn, 2016–2020 Heartland Elkridge and 6 more

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 12, 2019, covering about 5,598 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-525
Report date
Jul 12, 2019
Vehicles affected
5,598
Owners notified
Sep 5, 2019

The problem

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2017 Bighorn Traveler, 2016-2020 Elkridge, Elkridge Ex, 2019-2020 Milestone, 2017-2018 North Peak, 2016-2017 Oakmont, 2017-2020 Pioneer FW, 2016-2018 Prowler FW, 2017-2019 Sundance and Sundance XLTFW trailers. The A/C electrical connector may have been improperly installed, possibly causing increased electrical resistance and the connection to overheat.

The risk

Overheating of the connection can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will correct the electrical connections, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.47.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerHeartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V525000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Heartland Bighorn2017All years
Heartland Elkridge2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Heartland Milestone2019, 2020All years
Heartland North Peak2017, 2018All years
Heartland Oakmont2016, 2017All years
Heartland Pioneer2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Heartland Prowler2016, 2017, 2018All years
Heartland Sundance2017, 2018, 2019All 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 19V-525?

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2017 Bighorn Traveler, 2016-2020 Elkridge, Elkridge Ex, 2019-2020 Milestone, 2017-2018 North Peak, 2016-2017 Oakmont, 2017-2020 Pioneer FW, 2016-2018 Prowler FW, 2017-2019 Sundance and Sundance XLTFW trailers. The A/C electrical connector may have been improperly installed, possibly causing increased electrical resistance and the connection to overheat.

How is recall 19V-525 fixed?

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will correct the electrical connections, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.47.

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.