Defect Description For Recall
Heartland Recreational Vehicles Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013-2014 Big Country, Bighorn, Elk Ridge, Elk Ridge Express, Landmark, Prowler, Sundance, Sundance Xlt, And Silverado Fith Wheel And Travel Trailers Manufactured February 13, 2013, Through April 16, 2013. If The Awning Installation Sequence Was Not Completely Followed, The Awning Motor May Unknowingly Become Damaged.
Make Of Vehicle
HEARTLAND
Model Of Vehicle
BIGHORN
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V181000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If Motor Damage Has Occurred, It Is Possible That The Awning Can Unfurl Unexpectedly, Either While The Trailer Is At Rest Or While In Transit, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury Or A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Heartland Will Notify Owners And Dometic Staff Will Replace The Affected Motors With A Design That Is Not Subject To An Out-Of-Sequence Installation Error. The Recall Began On May 20, 2013. A Notification Schedule Has Not Yet Been Provided. Owners May Contact Heartland Recreational Trailers At 1-888-262-5992 Or Dometic At 1-888-447-0003 For More Information. Owners Are Being Instructed Not To Drive Their Vehicle Until Repairs Can Be Performed. Heartland’S Recall Campaign Number Is 99-01-11.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20130213
End Of Manufacture
20130416
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
890
Date Owners Notified
20130520
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc
Date Report Received
20130507
Make Campaign Number
99-01-11