Heartland Pioneer recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 29, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC recalls 2019 Heartland Pioneer

Recall number

18V760000

Brand / firm

Heartland

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 368 units

Why it was recalled

Heat from the cooktop can damage the hose, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019 Heartland Pioneer recreational trailers, model BH280. A flexible liquid propane (LP) hose was installed on the outside cooktop running into the firebox of the stove instead of a rigid metal tube supply line.

What to do

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the flexible LP hose inside the firebox with a rigid metal one, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.41.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.