2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE
The 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with WHEELS. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical Systemwiring (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE, potentially affecting up to 527 vehicles.
Recall 10V607000 — WHEELS
| 527 vehicles affected
Defect: HEARTLAND IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH 15"X6" WHITE SPOKE OR MODULAR DESIGN STEEL WHEELS WITH A SIX HOLE BOLT PATTERN. SOME OF THE WHEELS MAY HAVE INADEQUATE WELD PENETRATION BETWEEN THE OUTER RING AND THE CENTER PLATE DUE TO IMPROPER PLATE ALIGNMENT.
Consequence: THERE COULD BE A POTENTIAL WHEEL FAILURE AND WHEEL LOSS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy: HEARTLAND WILL REPLACE THE WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HEARTLAND AT 877-262-8032.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Systemwiring | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH WIRING *TGW THE HITCH PIN WAS LOOSE AND TIPPED AT AN ANGLE, THE RADIO CAME ON BY ITSELF, THE FRAME WAS FLEXING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, THE LANDING GEAR SWITCH WAS INOPERATIVE, THE 110 VOLT WAS TRIPPING THE BREAKER AND WAS NOT IN COMPLIANCE CODE. ALSO, THE 12 VOLT WIRING WAS NOT IN COMPLIANCE CODE WHICH CAUSED THE LIGHT SWITCH TO BECOME HOT AND CHARRED THE CONNECTORS.
CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH WIRING *TGW THE HITCH PIN WAS LOOSE AND TIPPED AT AN ANGLE, THE RADIO CAME ON BY ITSELF, THE FRAME WAS FLEXING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, THE LANDING GEAR SWITCH WAS INOPERATIVE, THE 110 VOLT WAS TRIPPING THE BREAKER AND WAS NOT IN COMPLIANCE CODE. ALSO, THE 12 VOLT WIRING WAS NOT IN COMPLIANCE CODE WHICH CAUSED THE LIGHT SWITCH TO BECOME HOT AND CHARRED THE CONNECTORS.
Safety Rating for the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE
- 2011 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE (current)
- 2013 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE — 4 complaints
- 2014 HEARTLAND ELK RIDGE — 0 complaints
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