HEARTLAND MALLARD 2021: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V557000

Make Model Year
HEARTLAND MALLARD 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-08-31 2021-07-22 2021-07-22

Manufacturers Involved: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC

Component: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 649

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC "Heartland" is recalling certain 2021 North Trail and Mallard recreational trailers. The refrigerator roof vents were not routed properly during production.

Consequence

An improperly routed vent may allow the refrigerator to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. Further, exhaust gas trapped inside the vehicle can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the roof vent, and repair the vent sleeve connection if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2021. 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.nhtsa.gov.