2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE
The 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, VISIBILITY. The most commonly reported problem area is the Structurebody (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE, potentially affecting up to 28,771 vehicles.
Recall 21V428000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
| 22,326 vehicles affected
Defect: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC. (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Mallard, Shadow Cruiser, Sundance XLTTT, Wilderness, Prowler, Trail Runner, 2018-2019 Pioneer, Terry Classic, 2020-2021 Lithium, and 2021 North Trail trailers equipped with a Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Consequence: Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
View full details →Recall 19V525000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 5,598 vehicles affected
Defect: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2017 Bighorn Traveler, 2016-2020 Elkridge, Elkridge Ex, 2019-2020 Milestone, 2017-2018 North Peak, 2016-2017 Oakmont, 2017-2020 Pioneer FW, 2016-2018 Prowler FW, 2017-2019 Sundance and Sundance XLTFW trailers. The A/C electrical connector may have been improperly installed, possibly causing increased electrical resistance and the connection to overheat.
Consequence: Overheating of the connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will correct the electrical connections, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.47.
View full details →Recall 18V852000 — VISIBILITY
| 847 vehicles affected
Defect: Heartland RV (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019 Heartland Elk Ridge, Milestone, Elk Ridge Express, Pioneer, Sundance, and Sundance XLT fifth-wheel recreational trailers. The forward reflectors on one or both sides may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: If the reflectors are missing, the trailer may have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing reflectors, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.43.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Please see attachment named "RV axle and frame issues for NHTSA" for detailed account of what happened. The answers to the specific questions are below. •What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The Dexter rear axle bent and Lippert Frame cracked on the rear axle above the shackle points causing the tires to wear unevenly prematurely ending the tire life. •How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The structural integrity of the camper is now compromised creating a potential to cause unwarranted catastrophic damage to myself and others. •Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes •Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No, only our RV dealership and passed NYS inspection in October 2020 for the 2021 year before the major problems were known. •Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Uneven tire wear was the first noticeable symptom in late summer of 2020.
AFTER PURCHASE NOTICED PROPANE LINE MOUNTED UNDER FRAME EXPOSING LINE TO ROAD DEBRIS COULD CAUSE EXPLOSION.SHOULD BE IN FRAME
Safety Rating for the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the HEARTLAND SUNDANCE
- 2014 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 3 complaints
- 2015 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 2 complaints
- 2016 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 0 complaints
- 2017 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 0 complaints
- 2018 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 0 complaints
- 2019 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE (current)
- 2020 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 0 complaints
- 2021 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 0 complaints
- 2022 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 1 complaint
- 2023 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 0 complaints
- 2024 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE — 0 complaints
Other HEARTLAND Models
- HEARTLAND CYCLONE — 96 total complaints
- HEARTLAND BIGHORN — 30 total complaints
- HEARTLAND BIG HORN — 25 total complaints
- HEARTLAND MALLARD — 24 total complaints
- HEARTLAND BIG COUNTRY — 19 total complaints
- HEARTLAND ROAD WARRIOR — 15 total complaints
- HEARTLAND LANDMARK — 12 total complaints
- HEARTLAND NORTH TRAIL — 11 total complaints