Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Heartland Mallard
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Heartland Mallard has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21V557000 Refrigerator Roof Vent Not Routed Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V453000 Outside Cooktop Gas Lines Not Tightened Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V428000 Propane Regulator May Fail and Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V009000 Incorrect Axle, Rims And Tires Were Installed NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V486000 LP Hose and Connector In Path Of Shackle NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 3 complaints
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,500–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Heartland Mallard faces several recall issues, notably involving incorrect installations of vital equipment and persistent suspension concerns. While complaints are few, the recalls highlight significant safety risks, particularly with LPG systems and improper manufacturing.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| suspension system | 10,000–30,000 miles | $500–$1,000 | common |
| LPG system | 10,000–20,000 miles | $300–$600 | common |
| refrigerator venting | 0–10,000 miles | $150–$300 | occasional |
| propane regulator | 5,000–15,000 miles | $100–$250 | 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.
- Annual oil change
- Regular tire rotation
- Brake inspection every 15,000 miles
- Replace air filters annually
- Check and seal roof biannually
- Inspect LPG system annually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Uneven tire wear
- Gas smell near cooktop
- Noisy suspension
- Refrigerator malfunction
- Unstable propane pressure
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Heartland Mallard at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.