Consumer states problem with wiring *tgw the hitch pin was loose and tipped at an angle, the radio came on by itself, the frame was flexing on the driver's side, the landing gear switch was inoperative, the 110 volt was tripping the breaker and was not in compliance code. Also, the 12 volt wiring was not in compliance code which caused the light switch to become hot and charred the connectors.
The worst 2011 Heartland Elkridge problems
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Recalls 4
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Elkridge, North Country, North Trail FW, 2011 Big Country, Bighorn, Caliber, Country Ridge, Cyclone, Edge, Focus, Graystone, Landmark, MPG, North Trail TT, Road Warrior, Sundance, Sundance TT, Sundance XLT FW, Sundance XLT TT, Trail Runner, 2018 Fuel TT, 2016-2018 Sundance XLT TT, and Torque TT recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Heartland will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1‑877‑262‑8032, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Recall number 17V750000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain trailers of various models and model years. Click on "All Products Associated With This Recall" for a complete list. The tire certification labels applied to the vehicles may contain inaccurate tire sizing and/or inflation information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- An owner or operator could rely on the inaccurate information in inflating the tires which could cause under or over inflation which, in turn, could lead to a tire failure or crash.
- Remedy
- Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will send a replacement label with the correct information, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2015. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1‑574‑266‑3988.
Recall number 15V482000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Heartland RV (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elkridge and model year 2012-2013 Bighorn Silverado fifth wheel vehicles. Certain vehicles manufactured with liquid propane (LP) generators may have the LP supply line connected incorrectly to the generator.
- Risk
- If the LP supply line is connected incorrectly, the generator may vent liquid propane into the generator compartment. In the presence of an ignition source, the vented propane can result in an explosion.
- Remedy
- Heartland will notify owners and dealers will inspect and correct the LP supply line fitting as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 10, 2012. Owners may contact Heartland at 1‑888‑262‑5992.
Recall number 12V417000 · Recall details
Wheels
- What is wrong
- Heartland is recalling certain model year 2011 travel trailers equipped with 15"x6" white spoke or modular design steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. Some of the wheels may have inadequate weld penetration between the outer ring and the center plate due to improper plate alignment.
- Risk
- There could be a potential wheel failure and wheel loss increasing the risk of a crash, or personal injury.
- Remedy
- Heartland will replace the wheels free of charge. The safety recall began on december 15, 2010. Owners may contact heartland at 877‑262‑8032.
Recall number 10V607000 · Recall details
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Is the 2011 Heartland Elkridge reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 Heartland Elkridge, close to a typical Elkridge model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Heartland Elkridge?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2011 Heartland Elkridge have?
4 recalls, covering equipment and wheels.
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