CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Heartland Sundance has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2011 Heartland Sundance recalls
Fire extinguisher may fail or detach during a fire
Certain Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers installed in these recreational vehicles may become clogged, so the extinguisher will not discharge as expected or needs excessive force to activate.
Tire label may give wrong inflation info, risking blowout
The tire certification labels on certain 2010 Heartland trailers may list inaccurate tire size and/or inflation information.
Most common 2011 Heartland Sundance problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE 5TH WHEEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FURNACE AND AIR CONDITIONER FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN ACTIVATED DUE TO A SHORT CIRCUIT. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED EIGHT DIFFERENT TIMES AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED EACH TIME BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THERE WAS NO MILEAGE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500, WHICH WAS HITCHED TO A 2011 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A DRIVER OF ANOTHER VEHICLE ALERTED THE CONTACT THAT SMOKE WAS ERUPTING FROM THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT MANEUVERED THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER AND NOTICED THAT THE BREAK AWAY SWITCH INADVERTENTLY ACTIVATED AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE BRAKE SHOES, BRAKE MAGNETS AND WIRING WERE BURNT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,500. UPDATED 12/28/11*LJ THE CONSUMER STATE
2011 Heartland Sundance questions
Does the 2011 Heartland Sundance have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Heartland Sundance: Fire extinguisher may fail or detach during a fire; Tire label may give wrong inflation info, risking blowout; Wheels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Heartland Sundance?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Equipment (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Heartland Sundance has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.