Recall 12V417000: 2012–2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado, 2011–2012 Heartland Elkridge
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 28, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 7
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Heartland RV (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elkridge and model year 2012-2013 Bighorn Silverado fifth wheel vehicles. Certain vehicles manufactured with liquid propane (LP) generators may have the LP supply line connected incorrectly to the generator.
The risk
If the LP supply line is connected incorrectly, the generator may vent liquid propane into the generator compartment. In the presence of an ignition source, the vented propane can result in an explosion.
The fix
Heartland will notify owners and dealers will inspect and correct the LP supply line fitting as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 10, 2012. Owners may contact Heartland at 1-888-262-5992.
Notes
Heartland RV's safety recall number is 99-01-09. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado
- 2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado
- 2011 Heartland Elkridge
- 2012 Heartland Elkridge
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V417000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 99-01-09
- Manufacturer
- HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC
- Owner letters
- Sep 10, 2012
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology