NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Heartland Elkridge Recalls & Complaints
The 2017 Heartland Elkridge has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Heartland dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Heartland Elkridge. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2017 Heartland Elkridge owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Heartland Elkridge, describing incidents dated May 14, 2023.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
The complaint on file reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11523063 · Filed
The auto leveling system caught fire. The RV was a total loss. The system was properly powered down at last use.
Improperly Installed A/C Electrical Connectors
NHTSA #19V525000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported July 12, 2019 · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Potentially affected: 5,598 vehicles
Repair completion: 20.86% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Heartland campaign 99.01.47 · Owners notified September 5, 2019 · Vehicles built January 14, 2016 – July 8, 2019 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2017 Bighorn Traveler, 2016-2020 Elkridge, Elkridge Ex, 2019-2020 Milestone, 2017-2018 North Peak, 2016-2017 Oakmont, 2017-2020 Pioneer FW, 2016-2018 Prowler FW, 2017-2019 Sundance and Sundance XLTFW trailers. The A/C electrical connector may have been improperly installed, possibly causing increased electrical resistance and the connection to overheat.
Safety consequence
Overheating of the connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will correct the electrical connections, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.47.
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.
LED Light Overheat Causing Fire
NHTSA #16V566000 · Exterior Lighting · NHTSA notice
Reported August 1, 2016 · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Potentially affected: 4,585 vehicles
Repair completion: 55.09% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified September 1, 2016 · Vehicles built September 18, 2014 – July 19, 2016 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
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.
Other Heartland Elkridge model years
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