NHTSA Recall 18V819000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 53 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Heartland Pioneer.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V819000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 99.01.42 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 20, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 7, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019 Heartland Pioneer and Prowler recreational trailers, built on D28H, D35, D40 or D44 trailer axles. The inner hub bearings may not have been sufficiently greased, which can cause the bearings to overheat and fail.
Safety risk
If the bearings overheat, the hub may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the hubs and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.42.
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 18V819000
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.