Vehicle Make / Model:

Model Year(s):

HEARTLAND / BIGHORN SILVERADO2012-2013

HEARTLAND / ELKRIDGE 2011-2012

Manufacturer: HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC

Mfr's Report Date: AUG 27, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V417000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected: 7

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. Heartland has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Heartland at 1-888-262-5992.

Notes:
Heartland RV's safety recall number is 99-01-09. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.