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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 26V552📅 Aug 28, 2026

2027 Heartland Bighorn recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2027 Heartland Bighorn recreational trailers. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label may be incorrect. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 567, "Certification."

💥 The risk

Referencing the incorrect weight could result in the trailer being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Jayco will mail replacement labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901666.

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
26V552000
Manufacturer recall #
9901666
Manufacturer
Jayco, Inc.
Vehicles affected
8
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Owner phone
1-800-283-8267
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 1, 2026
Built
May 22, 2026 – May 27, 2026
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 26V552 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 26V552?

2027 Heartland Bighorn. 8 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 1-800-283-8267.