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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 10V461📅 Oct 8, 2010

2011 Heartland BIG Country & 2011 Heartland BIG Horn + 3 more recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

Heartland is recalling certain model year 2011 fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter axles. On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.

💥 The risk

These cracks CAN propagate and cause the spindle to detach from the axle tube, resulting in the separation of the wheel end from the vehicle, creating a Road hazard that increases the risk of a crash to other vehicles, and compromises the driver's control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Heartland is working with dexter axle and will inspect the axle serial number and replace it if it falls within the serial number range. Replacement of the axle will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 20, 2010. Owners may contact heartland warranty service department at 1-877-262-8032 or dexter axle at 1-800-400-2164.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
10V461000
Manufacturer recall #
99-01-03
Manufacturer
HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC
Vehicles affected
48
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-877-262-8032
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 20, 2010
Built
Aug 18, 2010 – Sep 3, 2010
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Heartland safety recall no. 99-01-03.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 10V461 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 10V461?

2011 Heartland BIG Country & 2011 Heartland BIG Horn + 3 more. 48 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Heartland dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-877-262-8032.