NHTSA Recall 18V852000: Visibility
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 847 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Heartland Elk Ridge.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V852000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 99.01.43 |
| Component | VISIBILITY |
| Report received | November 30, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 26, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Heartland RV (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019 Heartland Elk Ridge, Milestone, Elk Ridge Express, Pioneer, Sundance, and Sundance XLT fifth-wheel recreational trailers. The forward reflectors on one or both sides may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
If the reflectors are missing, the trailer may have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing reflectors, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.43.
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 18V852000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Heartland Elk Ridge | 2019 |
| Heartland Elk Ridge Express | 2019 |
| Heartland Milestone | 2019 |
| Heartland Pioneer | 2019 |
| Heartland Sundance | 2019 |
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.