Led light overheat causing fire
Defect Summary
Heartland recreational vehicles, llc (heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 wilderness and mallard travel trailers, 2015-2017 elkridge fifth wheel travel trailers, and 2017 sundance and torque travel trailers. the affected vehicles have an led light on the front cap of the camper that may short circuit and overheat.
Safety Consequence
If the light overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the light with one that has built-in voltage protection. The recall began on september 1, 2016. owners may contact heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
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FAQ: Recall 16V566000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V566000?
NHTSA recall 16V566000 was issued by Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc on August 1, 2016. It addresses: Led light overheat causing fire. The recall affects approximately 4,585 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V566000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.