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Heartland Pioneer Recall 18V760: Flexible propane hose can overheat and cause fire

NHTSA campaign 18V760, reported October 29, 2018, 368 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A flexible liquid propane hose was installed in the stove firebox on certain 2019 Pioneer trailers, where it should have been a rigid metal tube. Heat from the cooktop can damage the hose, which raises the risk of a fire.

The remedy is free. Authorized dealers will replace the flexible LP hose inside the firebox with a rigid metal one. Owners will be notified by Heartland, or you can contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032 and reference recall number 99.01.41.

If you own this trailer, check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the repair with an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V760Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
Problem
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019 Heartland Pioneer recreational trailers, model BH280. A flexible liquid propane (LP) hose was installed on the outside cooktop running into the firebox of the stove instead of a rigid metal tube supply line.
Risk
Heat from the cooktop can damage the hose, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the flexible LP hose inside the firebox with a rigid metal one, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.41.
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 Pioneer2019