Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Heartland Big Country
NHTSA data on file today
The 2011 Heartland Big Country has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #17V750000 Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V482000 Incorrect Tire Size Information/FMVSS 567 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V461000 AXLE ASSEMBLY/WHEEL END SEPARATION NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 2 complaints
- Wheels 1 complaint
Of the 3 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,000–$5,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Heartland Big Country has notable issues, including axle and tire problems, reflected in recalls and complaints. These concerns lead to increased repair costs and impact reliability, suggesting a below-average ownership experience.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| axle assembly | 50,000–70,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | very common |
| tires | 20,000–40,000 miles | $300–$600 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Tire rotation every 10,000 miles
- Brake inspection annually
- Seal inspection bi-annually
- Bearing lubrication annually
- Hitch inspection every 10,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Uneven tire wear
- Vibrations while towing
- Unusual axle noises
- Braking issues
- Signs of spindle cracks
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Heartland Big Country at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.