2013 Heartland Big Horn recalls and problems

The 2013 Heartland Big Horn has 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Heartland dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Heartland Big Horn vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Heartland Big Horn 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.

2013 Heartland Big Horn problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System1
Equipment1
Tires1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,000 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 2013 Heartland Big Horn complaints

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

Tires · at 15,000 miles · reported Jan 8, 2016
The contact owns a 2013 heartland bighorn equipped with power king tires, tire line: towmax, tire size: 215/80/r16, and DOT number: 83b5gpb. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the rear driver's side tire exploded which caused damage to the propane fuel line and brake line. In addition, as a result the flooring above the defective tire was severely damaged. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The damaged tire was replaced with a spare. The contact planned to replace the four tires on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Heartland Big Horn have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Heartland Big Horn: 15V-482 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Heartland Big Horn?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (1 reports), followed by equipment (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,000 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.