CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR
- Problem
- Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2021 North Trail and Mallard recreational trailers. The refrigerator roof vents were not routed properly during production.
- Risk
- An improperly routed vent may allow the refrigerator to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. Further, exhaust gas trapped inside the vehicle can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, increasing the risk of injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the roof vent, and repair the vent sleeve connection if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 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
The refrigerator roof vents on certain 2021 recreational trailers were not routed properly during production. An improperly routed vent may allow the refrigerator to overheat, which increases the risk of a fire. Trapped exhaust gas inside the trailer can also cause carbon monoxide poisoning, creating a risk of injury or death.
Authorized dealers will inspect the roof vent and repair the vent sleeve connection if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2021. If you have questions, contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Heartland Mallard | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Heartland North Trail | 2021 |