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NHTSA Recall 16V318000: Structure

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 172 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Heartland Fair Field.

172
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2016
owners notified (June 2)
NHTSA campaign16V318000
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedMay 18, 2016
Owner notificationJune 2, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2016-2017 trailers manufactured September 28, 2015, to April 30, 2016.

Safety risk

In the event that the main trailer connection fails, the weight of the trailer could break the safety chains. This would allow the trailer to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chains, free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 16V318000

Make and modelModel years
Heartland Fair Field2016, 2017
Heartland Lakeview2016, 2017
Heartland Resort2016, 2017

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.