Heartland Trail Runner recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 14, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC recalls 2020 Heartland — 4 models

Recall number

20V275000

Brand / firm

Heartland

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 392 units

Why it was recalled

If both U-bolts break, the carrier and spare tire can detach from the unit, resulting in an increased risk of injury and increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Mallard, Prowler, Trail Runner, and Wilderness trailers equipped with a bumper-mounted spare tire carrier. The U-bolt that secures the spare tire may break, and cause the spare tire to detach during travel.

What to do

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire mounting U-bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.