CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain Milestone recreational trailers, model 377MB. The liquid propane (LP) gas hose for the water heater may have been improperly secured with a zip tie. If the zip tie fails, the hose may contact the tire.
- Risk
- If the LP hose contacts the tire, it can cause a propane leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will secure the hose with a P-clamp and replace the LP hose if damage is found, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.44.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A zip tie securing the liquid propane hose to the water heater may not have been installed properly. If the tie fails, the hose can move into contact with the tire, which can cause a propane leak.
A propane leak raises the risk of fire. Owners should have an authorized dealer secure the hose with a P-clamp and replace the LP hose if any damage is found. The repair is free of charge. You can also contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Heartland Milestone | 2019 |
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