NHTSA Recall 20V275000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V275000; Date: May. 14, 2020
if both u-bolts break, the carrier and spare tire can detach from the unit, resulting in an increased risk of injury and increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2020 Heartland Mallard; 2020 Heartland Prowler; 2020 Heartland Trail Runner; 2020 Heartland Wilderness
Component: Equipment:mechanical:carrier/rack
Manufactured by: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc
Affected Units:: 392
Recall Summary:
heartland recreational vehicles, llc (heartland) is recalling certain 2020 mallard, prowler, trail runner, and wilderness trailers equipped with a bumper-mounted spare tire carrier. the u-bolt that secures the spare tire may break, and cause the spare tire to detach during travel.
How to Fix:
heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire mounting u-bolts, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin july 14, 2020. owners may contact heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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