Heartland Recreational Vehicles – Spring Hanger may Sever Electric Brake Wire

Heartland Recreational Vehicles (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018 Prowler and Trail Runner recreational trailers. The wires for the electric brakes may get caught in the spring hangers during axle movement, possibly resulting in the wires being severed.


Report Received Date 11/01/2017
NHTSA ID 17V689000
Consequence Summary A severed brake wire would reduce braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Heartland has notified owners, and dealers will clamp the wires out of the area of the spring hanger and shackle, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2017. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.36.
Recall Code 99.01.36
Potentially Affected 1085
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V689000)