NHTSA Recall 16V819000: Equipment
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,045 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Heartland Cyclone.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V819000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 99-01-28 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | November 14, 2016 |
| Owner notification | December 2, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Cyclone travel trailers manufactured July 6, 2014, to September 29, 2015 and 2015-2016 Road Warrior and 2016 Torque trailers manufactured July 18, 2014, to September 30, 2015. The affected trailers are equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries that have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
Safety risk
If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install hinge braces over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99-01-28.
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 16V819000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Heartland Cyclone | 2015, 2016 |
| Heartland Road Warrior | 2015, 2016 |
| Heartland Torque | 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.