2017 Heartland Elkridge Problems: 1 Complaint, 2 Recalls

The worst 2017 Heartland Elkridge problems

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Electrical system: wiringReported July 12, 2019 · 5,598 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2017 Bighorn Traveler, 2016-2020 Elkridge, Elkridge Ex, 2019-2020 Milestone, 2017-2018 North Peak, 2016-2017 Oakmont, 2017-2020 Pioneer FW, 2016-2018 Prowler FW, 2017-2019 Sundance and Sundance XLTFW trailers. The A/C electrical connector may have been improperly installed, possibly causing increased electrical resistance and the connection to overheat.
Risk: Overheating of the connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will correct the electrical connections, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1‑877‑262‑8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.47.

Recall number 19V525000 · Recall details

Exterior lightingReported August 1, 2016 · 4,585 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Wilderness and Mallard travel trailers, 2015-2017 Elkridge fifth wheel travel trailers, and 2017 Sundance and Torque travel trailers. The affected vehicles have an LED light on the front cap of the camper that may short circuit and overheat.
Risk: If the light overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the light with one that has built-in voltage protection. The recall began on September 1, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1‑877‑262‑8032.

Recall number 16V566000 · Recall details

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 21, 2023 · Electrical · OK · fire

The auto leveling system caught fire. The RV was a total loss. The system was properly powered down at last use.

Is the 2017 Heartland Elkridge reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2017 Heartland Elkridge, close to a typical Elkridge model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Heartland Elkridge?

Electrical system, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2017 Heartland Elkridge have?

2 recalls, covering electrical system and exterior lighting.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Heartland Elkridge electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 19V525000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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