Recall 17V008 affects 124 2017 Heartland Mallard trailers with incorrect tire size or pressure labels. Repair is free at any franchised Heartland dealer.
Heartland is recalling 124 2017 Mallard recreational trailers because the certification label can list the wrong tire size or tire pressure information. Incorrect label data can lead an owner to inflate the tires improperly or overload the trailer, increasing crash risk; Heartland dealers will install a corrected label free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on a 2017 Heartland Mallard trailer is the tag that tells an owner, tire shop, or service department the approved tire size and tire pressure for that trailer. It is supposed to match the way the trailer was built. That information matters when tires are replaced, inflated, or checked before travel.
On affected Mallard trailers, the label was printed with the standard tire information even when an optional tire was chosen on the order. The trailer itself was built with the selected tire, but the tag did not always follow that build choice. That leaves the owner with tire size or pressure information that does not match the trailer's approved setup.
There is no warning sign before failure because the problem is printed information, not a part wearing out. An owner can notice the issue only by comparing the tire information label with the actual tires and the corrected Heartland information.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Heartland Mallard | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 124 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Heartland Mallard trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect tire pressure or tire size label can lead the operator to inflate the tires improperly or overload the vehicle. That raises the risk of tire trouble and a crash. Check the corrected label before loading or inflating the trailer, and schedule the label replacement. Repair is free at any franchised Heartland dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Heartland Mallard is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Heartland dealer to schedule the free certification-label replacement that corrects the tire size and tire pressure information.
- Bring the recall notice if Heartland mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V008 and Heartland recall 99.01.31 when you call.
- Avoid overloading the trailer before the corrected label is installed, and confirm tire pressure with the Heartland dealer before towing for service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Heartland technician removes the incorrect certification label and installs a corrected label with the right tire size and tire pressure information for the trailer. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Bring the trailer to a Heartland dealer or authorized service location and ask the service desk to confirm that the corrected label has been installed before you leave.
Timeline
| January 9, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 13, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 13, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 25, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 30, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 30, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V008?
Recall 17V008 covers 124 2017 Heartland Mallard recreational trailers with certification labels that list incorrect tire size or tire pressure information. Wrong label information can lead to improper tire inflation or overloading, increasing crash risk. Heartland dealers will replace the label for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Heartland Mallard is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V008. If it is, contact a franchised Heartland dealer to schedule the corrected certification label replacement. Reference recall number 17V008 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Heartland will replace the incorrect certification label with a corrected label free of charge at a franchised Heartland dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is incorrect tire setup or loading. If the certification label lists the wrong tire size or tire pressure, an operator can inflate the tires incorrectly or overload the trailer, increasing crash risk. The fix is a corrected label from a Heartland dealer.
What if I bought my Heartland Mallard used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2017 Heartland Mallard is included, then call a franchised Heartland dealer or Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V008000 |
|---|---|
| Heartland customer service | 1-877-262-8032 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V008 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V008000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →