Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
HEARTLAND
Model Of Vehicle
BIGHORN SILVERADO
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V417000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7
Date Owners Notified
20120910
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc
Date Report Received
20120828
Make Campaign Number
99-01-09