HEARTLAND PROWLER 2018: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V689000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HEARTLAND | PROWLER | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-11-14 | 2017-11-01 | 2017-11-01 |
Production Dates: 2017-07-10 - 2017-09-30
Manufacturers Involved: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 99.01.36
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1085
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC "Heartland" is recalling certain 2018 Prowler and Trail Runner recreational trailers. The wires for the electric brakes may get caught in the spring hangers during axle movement, possibly resulting in the wires being severed.
A severed brake wire would reduce braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Heartland has notified owners, and dealers will clamp the wires out of the area of the spring hanger and shackle, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.36.
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.
