Recall
Heartland Elkridge — 12V417000
NHTSA ID
12V417000
Make
Heartland
Model
Elkridge
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2012-08-28
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
7
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
99-01-09
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.