Heartland Revolution recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 30, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Heartland Trailer Mfg recalls 2016 Heartland Revolution

Recall number

16V493000

Brand / firm

Heartland

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 20 units

Why it was recalled

A blocked clearance light may make the trailer less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Heartland Trailer Mfg. (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Revolution trailers manufactured September 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. The affected trailers have a rear clearance light that is covered by a brace for the rear gate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What to do

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will remove the gate brace, free of charge. The recall began on August 9, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland Customer Service Department at 1-573-471-6826.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.