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Heartland Pioneer Recall 17V511: Propane hose can rub through and leak, raising fire risk

NHTSA campaign 17V511, reported August 18, 2017, 101 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On certain 2018 recreational trailers, the liquid propane (LP) hose may not have been properly secured to the frame near the tire. Over time, the tire can rub through the hose, causing a propane leak.

A propane leak increases the risk of a fire. Owners should not ignore this recall, and should check whether their trailer is affected.

The repair is free. Dealers will secure the LP hose to the frame with a D-style hose clamp at no charge. Owners will be notified by the manufacturer, and can contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032 or [email protected]. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V511Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
Problem
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018 Pioneer recreational trailers, models RD210, BH270 and BH250. The liquid propane (LP) hose may not have been properly secured to the frame near the tire and, as a result, the tire may rub through the LP hose causing a leak.
Risk
A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will properly secure the LP hose against the frame with a D-style hose clamp, free of charge. The recall began on August 23, 2017. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032 or by email at [email protected]. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.34.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Heartland Pioneer2018