October 19, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V643000
Outriggers may Bend Affecting Handling
If the outriggers bend, it can negatively affect vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V643
Manufacturer Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Components STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected 104
Summary
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Milestone fifth-wheel trailers. The outriggers may bend due to loading within the rear storage area.
Remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| HEARTLAND | MILESTONE | 2019-2020 |
2 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-20V643-1821.pdf 244.903KB
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- EASY OPERATION. This CURT 5th wheel hitch operates with a single, short-throw handle to promote ergonomic operation and easier coupling of your 5th wheel trailer. The handle is also lockable for maximum security on the road
- SAFETY-TESTED. Tested and rated for 25,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load, this 5th wheel hitch is capable of towing a wide variety of 5th wheels (limited to lowest-rated towing component). It tested to SAE J2638 specifications
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