Recall 20V-275: 2020 Heartland Mallard, 2020 Heartland Prowler and 2 more
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 14, 2020, covering about 392 vehicles.
The problem
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Mallard, Prowler, Trail Runner, and Wilderness trailers equipped with a bumper-mounted spare tire carrier. The U-bolt that secures the spare tire may break, and cause the spare tire to detach during travel.
The risk
If both U-bolts break, the carrier and spare tire can detach from the unit, resulting in an increased risk of injury and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire mounting U-bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2020. 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/Rack |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V275000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Heartland Mallard | 2020 | All years |
| Heartland Prowler | 2020 | All years |
| Heartland Trail Runner | 2020 | All years |
| Heartland Wilderness | 2020 | All 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 20V-275?
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Mallard, Prowler, Trail Runner, and Wilderness trailers equipped with a bumper-mounted spare tire carrier. The U-bolt that secures the spare tire may break, and cause the spare tire to detach during travel.
How is recall 20V-275 fixed?
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire mounting U-bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service 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.