Recalls Of The Day, September 5, 2012

This week there has been a slow start to the number of recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  Perhaps this is due to the past holiday.

Today one recall was issued for possible fire in an RV.  Only seven vehicles are affected but if you own the model listed it would be a good idea to check your vehicle for the defect even if it not affected by this recall.  

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): HEARTLAND / BIGHORN SILVERADO 2012-2013 HEARTLAND / ELKRIDGE 2011-2012 Manufacturer: HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC Mfr's Report Date: AUG 27, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V417000 N/A 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.