Recall 12V470000: 2012–2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 25, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 68
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC, (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Bighorn Silverado Fifth Wheel Travel trailers, manufactured from February 28, 2012, through August 28, 2012. The liquid propane (LP) hose and wire hanger that is mounted under the slide out can come in contact with the tire, causing damage to the LP hose and wiring.
The risk
A damaged LP hose can lead to an LP leak and fire, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2012. Owners may contact Heartland Recreational Vehicles at 1-888-262-5992.
Notes
Heartland's number for this recall is 99-01-10.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic and 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
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V470000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 99-01-10
- Manufacturer
- HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC
- Owner letters
- Oct 5, 2012
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings (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