NHTSA vehicle safety data
2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado Recalls & Complaints
The 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Heartland dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado, describing incidents dated July 5, 2013 to July 6, 2014.
Most-cited components
- Tires 2 complaints
Newest complaints
ODI #10726012 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HEARTLAND BIGHORN SILVERADO TRAILER EQUIPPED WITH POWER KING TOWMAX TIRES, SIZE: LT235/80R16 E. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT WITHOUT WARNING. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE…
ODI #10637784 · Filed
2 POWER KING TOWMAX STR TIRES, 2 YEARS OLD, VERY LOW MILEAGE, TOWING 4 TIRE BIG HORN FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER, SEPARATED TREADS ON JULY 6 AND JULY 13 OF 2014. CAMPER IS WELL UNDER WEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS, TIRE PRESSURE ALWAYS RUN AT 80 PSI. CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO CAMPER.
LP Hose May Contact Tire
NHTSA #12V470000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — LPG Systems — Lines and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported September 25, 2012 · HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC
Potentially affected: 68 vehicles
Heartland campaign 99-01-10 · Owners notified October 5, 2012 · Vehicles built March 28, 2012 – August 28, 2012 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC, (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Bighorn Silverado Fifth Wheel Travel trailers, manufactured from February 28, 2012, through August 28, 2012. The liquid propane (LP) hose and wire hanger that is mounted under the slide out can come in contact with the tire, causing damage to the LP hose and wiring.
Safety consequence
A damaged LP hose can lead to an LP leak and fire, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Manufacturer remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The recall began on October 5, 2012. Owners may contact Heartland Recreational Vehicles at 1-888-262-5992.
Notes
Heartland's number for this recall is 99-01-10.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
LP Supply Line
NHTSA #12V417000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported August 28, 2012 · HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, LLC
Potentially affected: 7 vehicles
Heartland campaign 99-01-09 · Owners notified September 10, 2012
Defect description
Heartland RV (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elkridge and model year 2012-2013 Bighorn Silverado fifth wheel vehicles. Certain vehicles manufactured with liquid propane (LP) generators may have the LP supply line connected incorrectly to the generator.
Safety consequence
If the LP supply line is connected incorrectly, the generator may vent liquid propane into the generator compartment. In the presence of an ignition source, the vented propane can result in an explosion.
Manufacturer remedy
Heartland will notify owners and dealers will inspect and correct the LP supply line fitting as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 10, 2012. Owners may contact Heartland at 1-888-262-5992.
Notes
Heartland RV's safety recall number is 99-01-09. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Heartland Bighorn Silverado model years
Check your 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado VIN
Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Heartland Bighorn Silverado at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.
Check a Heartland VIN