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- EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP; EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2021 Mallard, Wilderness, Trail Runner and 2020-2021 North Trail trailers. The LP gas lines may not have been tightened properly on the outside cooktops, which could result in a gas leak.
- Risk
- A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the LP gas lines, and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2021. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain Heartland travel trailers may have LP gas lines on the outside cooktop that were not tightened properly during assembly. A loose connection can allow propane to leak.
A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire. If you own an affected trailer, stop using the outdoor cooktop until it has been inspected, and contact an authorized dealer or Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect and tighten the LP gas lines and test the propane system for leaks at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 10, 2021. You can also 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 Mallard | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Heartland North Trail | 20202021 |
| Heartland Trail Runner | 2021 |
| Heartland Wilderness | 2021 |