2013 HEARTLAND Bighorn Recalls

Recall Found

All Recalls

Heartland Recreational Vehicles is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Big Country, Bighorn, Elk Ridge, Elk Ridge Express, Landmark, Prowler, Sundance, Sundance XLT, and Silverado fith wheel and travel trailers manufactured February 13, 2013, through April 16, 2013. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged.

NHTSA 13V181000

Report Date

07/05/2013

Component

EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC

Consequence: If motor damage has occurred, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the trailer is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Heartland will notify owners and Dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began on May 20, 2013. A notification schedule has not yet been provided. Owners may contact Heartland Recreational Trailers at 1-888-262-5992 or Dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed. Heartland's recall campaign number is 99-01-11.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2013 HEARTLAND Bighorn have?

The 2013 HEARTLAND Bighorn currently has 1 recall according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2013 HEARTLAND Bighorn recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2013 HEARTLAND Bighorn vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local HEARTLAND dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2013 HEARTLAND Bighorn has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.