Recall 12V470 affects 68 2012-2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado trailers for LP hose and wiring damage. Repair is free at any franchised Heartland dealer.
Heartland is recalling 68 2012-2013 Bighorn Silverado fifth-wheel travel trailers because an LP hose and wire hanger under the slide out can contact the tire and damage the hose or wiring. A damaged LP hose can leak propane and start a fire, increasing the risk of injury or death; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The liquid propane hose on a 2012-2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado trailer carries LP gas from the trailer's propane system to appliances that burn that fuel. The wire hanger under the slide out is supposed to hold the hose and wiring up and away from moving parts, including the tire, as the trailer travels.
On affected trailers, the LP hose and the wire hanger are mounted where they can contact the tire under the slide out. Tire contact rubs and cuts the hose and wiring. Once that happens, the propane line and electrical wiring are no longer protected the way the system requires.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should treat any visible rubbing, cut hose material, loose hanger, or damaged wiring near the slide out and tire as a reason to stop using the propane system until a Heartland dealer inspects it.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2012 and 2013 Bighorn Silverado, with the same LP gas line and fitting component listed for both model years.
| 2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado | Lines and fittings |
|---|---|
| 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado | Lines and fittings |
| Units affected | 68 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A damaged LP hose can leak propane and start a fire, increasing the risk of injury or death. If your VIN is included, avoid using the LP system until a Heartland dealer gives repair instructions. Repair will be free at any franchised Heartland dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Heartland dealer to ask whether the free LP-hose and wiring repair is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the LP-hose and wiring repair that addresses tire contact with the hose and wire hanger under the slide-out.
- Bring the recall notice if Heartland mailed one. If not, reference recall number 12V470 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer if you smell propane, see tire damage near the slide-out, or find LP-hose damage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Heartland technician repairs the affected LP hose and wire hanger under the slide out so the tire contact issue is corrected. The filing says the recall began on October 5, 2012, but the current remedy status is not listed here. The dealer repair will be free once available. Before taking the trailer in, call the Heartland dealer or Heartland Recreational Vehicles at 1-888-262-5992 and ask how they handle this repair for campaign 12V470.
Timeline
| September 25, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 5, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V470?
Recall 12V470 covers 68 2012-2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado fifth wheel travel trailers with an LP hose and wire hanger under the slide out that can contact the tire. Tire contact can damage the LP hose and wiring. Heartland dealers repair the affected trailers for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 12V470. If it is, contact a Heartland dealer to schedule the LP hose and wiring repair. Reference recall number 12V470 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Heartland's recall remedy says dealers will repair the affected trailers free of charge. Bring your VIN and reference recall number 12V470 when you contact the dealer service desk so they can confirm the campaign and order any needed parts.
What is the safety risk in recall 12V470?
The safety risk is an LP leak and fire from a damaged LP hose. Recall 12V470 says the hose and wiring under the slide out can contact the tire, causing damage that increases the risk of injury or death. The dealer repair addresses the routing and damage concern.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V470000 |
|---|---|
| Heartland customer service | 1-888-262-5992 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V470 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V470000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →