2019 Heartland Wilderness recalls and problems

The 2019 Heartland Wilderness has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Heartland dealer.

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

Recalls may cover only some 2019 Heartland Wilderness vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2019 Heartland Wilderness recalls

Recall 21V-428: Equipment

Reported Jun 4, 2021 · 22,326 vehicles affected · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC

Problem: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC. (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Mallard, Shadow Cruiser, Sundance XLTTT, Wilderness, Prowler, Trail Runner, 2018-2019 Pioneer, Terry Classic, 2020-2021 Lithium, and 2021 North Trail trailers equipped with a Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.

Risk: Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.

Recall 18V-634: Suspension

Reported Sep 21, 2018 · 622 vehicles affected · Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC

Problem: Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2019 Heartland Mallard, Pioneer, Sundance XLT, Wilderness, North Trail, Prowler and Trail Runner travel trailers. The axles may be missing inner bearing races on the hubs, which can cause the bearing to burnout or cause the hub to overheat.

Risk: The missing bearing race may cause premature hub bearing failure, possibly resulting in a separation of the hub from the axle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective hubs with new hubs or replace the axles, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.40.

2019 Heartland Wilderness problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension1
Power Train1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Rear › Axle › Spindle — 1
  • Power Train › Axle Hubs — 1

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 2019 Heartland Wilderness complaints

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

Suspension · reported Oct 31, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Heartland Wilderness Travel Trailer. The contact stated while pulling into the driveway, there was smoke coming from the hubs. The contact stated that upon inspecting the trailer, the contact noticed that the bearings and races had failed, causing the axle spindle to be damaged. A mobile independent mechanic replaced the axle assembly, the bearings, the races, and the backing plate; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, another driver alerted the contact that there was smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact was able to…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Heartland Wilderness have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Heartland Wilderness: 21V-428 (equipment), 18V-634 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Heartland Wilderness?

Owners report suspension problems most often (1 reports), followed by power train (1).

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.