NHTSA vehicle safety data
2020 Heartland Bighorn Traveler Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2020 Heartland Bighorn Traveler has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Heartland dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Heartland Bighorn Traveler. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
NHTSA #20V521000Reported August 28, 2020 · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Potentially affected: 1,409 vehicles
Defect description
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Cyclone and 2020-2021 Bighorn Traveler, and Elkridge recreational trailers. Due to insufficient bracing, the front landing legs may buckle and collapse while the trailer is parked.
Safety consequence
If the landing legs buckle, the trailer will drop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of property damage, personal injury or death.
Manufacturer remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install a jack bracket to reinforce the landing legs, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #20V084000Reported February 13, 2020 · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Potentially affected: 487 vehicles
Defect description
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Bighorn Traveler, Elkridge, Milestone, and Pioneer Fifth Wheel trailers. The smoke detector may be incorrectly located in the bedroom.
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, the smoke detector may not provide adequate warning for the occupants to be able to escape safely, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will either relocate the detector or add an additional one, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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