HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE 2020: STRUCTURE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V521000

Make Model Year
HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-10-09 2020-08-28 2020-08-28

Manufacturers Involved: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC

Component: STRUCTURE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1409

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC "Heartland" is recalling certain 2019-2021 Cyclone and 2020-2021 Bighorn Traveler, and Elkridge recreational trailers. Due to insufficient bracing, the front landing legs may buckle and collapse while the trailer is parked.

Consequence

If the landing legs buckle, the trailer will drop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of property damage, personal injury or death.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install a jack bracket to reinforce the landing legs, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 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.