Heartland Landmark 365 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 7, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC recalls 2016–2017 Heartland Landmark 365

Recall number

16V879000

Brand / firm

Heartland

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 50 units

Why it was recalled

The brake line may be worn through causing a loss of braking or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Landmark 365 fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured September 30, 2015, to October 24, 2016 and equipped with disc brakes. The spare steel wheel on the affected vehicles may not properly fit on the axle hub, resulting in the wheel rubbing on the brake line, causing it to wear.

What to do

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steel spare wheel with an aluminum wheel, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.30.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.