NHTSA Campaign Id 10V461000; Date: Oct. 8, 2010
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.
Recalled Vehicles:2011 Heartland Big Country; 2011 Heartland Big Horn; 2011 Heartland Cyclone; 2011 Heartland Landmark; 2011 Heartland Road Warrior
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc
Affected Units:: 48
Recall Summary:Heartland is recalling certain model year 2011 fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter axles. On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.
How to 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.
Recall 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 .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 20, 2010
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