NHTSA Recall 21V491000: Labels (equipment)
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 2021 Heartland Pioneer.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V491000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | June 28, 2021 |
| Owner notification | August 9, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2021 Heartland Pioneer SS171 travel trailers. The Federal Certification label has the incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and axle rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Safety risk
The operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Heartland will mail replacement labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 9, 2021. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V491000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Heartland Pioneer | 2021 |
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.