HEARTLAND 2016 HEARTLAND 18' CARHAULER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 HEARTLAND 18' CARHAULER
Brand
HEARTLAND
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Heartland Trailer Mfg is recalling certain 2016 HEARTLAND 18' CARHAULER vehicles due to exterior lighting issues. Without visible clearance lights, the trailer is at an increased risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Heartland Trailer Mfg. (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016 18' Carhauler dovetail trailers manufactured December 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. The affected trailers have clearance lights that are not visible from the rear of the trailer. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Without visible clearance lights, the trailer is at an increased risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will install P2-rated beehive-style clearance lamps on the front and rear sides of the trailer, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-573-471-6826.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026