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2011-2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado and Heartland Elkridge recall: equipment

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC reported this safety recall on August 28, 2012. It covers about 7 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7
reported
Aug 28, 2012
owners notified
Sep 10, 2012

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V417000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado and Heartland Elkridge equipment?

Yes. Recall 12V417000, reported on August 28, 2012, covers about 7 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V417000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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