HEARTLAND TRAIL RUNNER (2022) recall — Electrical System
Heartland is recalling 2022 Trail Runner travel trailers with a 50-amp shore power inlet due to loose wiring that could cause electrical fires. Owners should contact customer service for free repairs.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Loose wiring can cause an electrical arc or short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Heartland is recalling certain 2022 Trail Runner travel trailers because loose wiring at the power inlet could cause electrical fires. This affects owners who have the 50-amp shore power inlet model. If you own one, contact Heartland customer service for a free repair. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80912-heartland-2022-trail-runner-loose-wiring-risk-of-fire.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80912-heartland-2022-trail-runner-loose-wiring-risk-of-fire · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V170000
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“Heartland 2022 Trail Runner: Loose Wiring Risk of Fire.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80912-heartland-2022-trail-runner-loose-wiring-risk-of-fire. Based on NHTSA recall #22V170000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V170000).
Why it’s dangerous
The power inlet lug bolts may have been made with too hard metal, causing them to not tighten properly. This leads to loose wiring connections that can spark electrical arcs and potentially cause fires.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2022 Heartland Trail Runner travel trailers with a 50-amp shore power inlet are affected. Those who use the trailer for extended periods near electrical sources are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2022 Heartland Trail Runner has a 50-amp shore power inlet. The recall covers specific models from the 2022 model year.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Heartland Customer Service
Call 1-877-262-8032 to schedule a free inspection and repair of the power inlet.
Have Dealer Inspect Power Inlet
Dealers will inspect and replace the power inlet if necessary at no cost to you.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will inspect and replace the power inlet, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2022. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
Questions people ask
Why is my Trail Runner being recalled?
The power inlet lug bolts may have been made with too hard metal, causing loose wiring that could spark and start a fire.
How do I know if my Trail Runner is affected?
Check if your 2022 Heartland Trail Runner has a 50-amp shore power inlet.
Is there a deadline to fix this?
No deadline is specified; dealers will inspect and repair the power inlet at no cost when you contact them.
Contact Heartland
We’ve drafted a message you can send Heartland to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V170000 — Heartland Heartland Hello, I own a Heartland that is covered by recall 22V170000 from Heartland. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and replace the power inlet, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2022. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V170000 (March 21, 2022)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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