Spare steel wheel may wear through brake line
Defect Summary
Heartland recreational vehicles, llc (heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 landmark 365 fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured september 30, 2015, to october 24, 2016 and equipped with disc brakes. the spare steel wheel on the affected vehicles may not properly fit on the axle hub, resulting in the wheel rubbing on the brake line, causing it to wear.
Safety Consequence
The brake line may be worn through causing a loss of braking or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steel spare wheel with an aluminum wheel, free of charge. the recall began on january 11, 2017. owners may contact heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.30.
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FAQ: Recall 16V879000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V879000?
NHTSA recall 16V879000 was issued by Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc on December 7, 2016. It addresses: Spare steel wheel may wear through brake line. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Heartland Recreational Vehicles, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V879000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99.01.30. 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.