The problem
On certain fifth wheel trailers, the hub weld is insufficient to hold the spindle to the axle tube.
The risk
Spindle separation from the axle tube can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Heartland is working with lippert to replace the axles on the affected trailers. Owners may contact heartland at 1-574-262-5992.
Contacts
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Heartland dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06V370000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.