The problem
Heartland is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 north trail travel trailers. The suspension can come in contact with the lp pipe mounted on the frame under the trailer above the equalizer arm. Continued contact could cause a leak to develop.
The risk
This occurrence could have a potential for a fire which could result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
The fix
Dealers will correct the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 15, 2011. Owners may contact heartland at 1-877-262-8032.
Contacts
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
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 11V159000.
- 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.