Heartland Trail Runner, Wilderness +2 more: Equipment — carrier/rack

Affects Heartland Trail Runner, Wilderness, Mallard, Prowler · 2020 — about 392 vehicles.

The hazard

If both U-bolts break, the carrier and spare tire can detach from the unit, resulting in an increased risk of injury and increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire mounting U-bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational