2015 Heartland Big Country recalls and problems

The 2015 Heartland Big Country has 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Heartland dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2015 Heartland Big Country vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Heartland Big Country recalls

Recall 15V-482: Equipment

Reported Jul 30, 2015 · 1,680 vehicles affected · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC

Problem: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain trailers of various models and model years. Click on "All Products Associated With This Recall" for a complete list. The tire certification labels applied to the vehicles may contain inaccurate tire sizing and/or inflation information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Risk: An owner or operator could rely on the inaccurate information in inflating the tires which could cause under or over inflation which, in turn, could lead to a tire failure or crash.

Fix: Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will send a replacement label with the correct information, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2015. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-574-266-3988.

Recall 15V-049: Suspension

Reported Jan 30, 2015 · 131 vehicles affected · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC

Problem: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2015 Heartland Big Country 3800FL vehicles manufactured October 22, 2014, to December 16, 2014 and 2015 Heartland Big Country 3900FLP vehicles manufactured September 23, 2014, to January 12, 2015, 2015 Heartland Big Horn 3750FL vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to January 14, 2015, and Landmark 365 Charleston vehicles manufactured on December 24, 2014. In the affected recreational vehicles, the axles may be placed too far forward on the frame resulting in improper weight distribution across the axles.

Risk: Improper weight distribution across the axles may result in poor handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will move the axles rearward to help with weight distribution on the Big Horn, and 3800 FL Big Country, and will add a ballast to the pin box to improve handling the 3900 FLP Big Country, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2015. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99-01-19.

2015 Heartland Big Country problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Wheels1
Structure1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 31,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2015 Heartland Big Country complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Sep 8, 2020
We had noticed a crack in the upper left corner of the fiber glass in the rv, on the drivers side. After further investigation, it was found that the weldings inside the wall where faulty and came unwelded, I had to pay to have these welds re-done because the manufacture would not communicate with them after complaining of the issue, it was also discovered that the passenger side of the rv the rear hanger had come unwelded from the frame, it was re-welded at the owners expense also without manufacturer assistance. This was discovered while traveling along different routes in the us but the…
Wheels · at 31,000 miles · reported Nov 28, 2017
In october, 2016, a year after purchase of the trailer (New), the front-left tire was found to be low on pressure (Trailer was stationary at the time). Took tire and wheel assembly to local tire store and they found that the rim was cracked just inside one of the wheel spokes. Wheel was replaced by tredit tire and wheel (Original OEM supplier). Early august of 2017, while trailer was stationary again, found that front-right wheel had low pressure. Took assembly to tire store and they found a similar crack in a similar location on that wheel. Contacted tredit tire and wheel again and they…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Heartland Big Country have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Heartland Big Country: 15V-482 (equipment), 15V-049 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Heartland Big Country?

Owners report wheels problems most often (1 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 31,000 miles.

Are Heartland recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Heartland dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.