NHTSA Recall 23V278000
Filed by Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC. Component: Equipment. Reported 2023-04-19. An estimated 100 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland)) is recalling certain 2023 Big Country and Big Horn fifth wheels. The federal certification label may have incorrect tire information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, " Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
Risk
Incorrect tire size information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Heartland will mail owners replacement certification labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2023. 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.