NHTSA Recall 16V423000: Exterior lighting
Heartland Trailer Mfg reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 2016 Heartland 18' Carhauler.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V423000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | June 10, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Heartland Trailer Mfg. (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016 18' Carhauler dovetail trailers manufactured December 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. The affected trailers have clearance lights that are not visible from the rear of the trailer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Safety risk
Without visible clearance lights, the trailer is at an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install P2-rated beehive-style clearance lamps on the front and rear sides of the trailer, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-573-471-6826.
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 16V423000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Heartland 18' Carhauler | 2016 |
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.