Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V186000 Reported May 9, 2013

Improper trailer balance when towing

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc · Suspension · 55 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V186000
Manufacturer Campaign
99-01-12
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
55
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 9, 2013

Defect Summary

Heartland recreational vehicles (heartland) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 sundance travel trailers, model 322res, manufactured september 13, 2012, through april 30, 2013. the axles are mounted too far forward on the frame which may cause improper trailer balance while towing.

Safety Consequence

Improper trailer balance may lead to uncontrollable trailer sway, increasing the risk of a crash, property damage, and/or personal injury.

Corrective Action

Heartland will notify owners and the trailers will be returned to the factory where axles will be moved rearward, free of charge. the recall began on may 20, 2013. owners may contact heartland recreational trailers' warranty/service department by email at "parts@heartlandrvs.com," or by phone at 1-877-262-8032. heartland's recall campaign number is 99-01-12.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 13V186000 or campaign 99-01-12.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V186000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 13V186000?

NHTSA recall 13V186000 was issued by Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc on May 9, 2013. It addresses: Improper trailer balance when towing. The recall affects approximately 55 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V186000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99-01-12. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.