Recall 17V689000

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

Report Date
20171101
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018 Prowler and Trail Runner recreational trailers. The wires for the electric brakes may get caught in the spring hangers during axle movement, possibly resulting in the wires being severed.

Safety Consequence

A severed brake wire would reduce braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Heartland has notified owners, and dealers will clamp the wires out of the area of the spring hanger and shackle, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.36.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2018 HEARTLAND PROWLER
2018 HEARTLAND TRAIL RUNNER

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.