Recall 22V591 covers 5,446 2022-2023 Heartland travel trailers for awning fabric separation. Repair is free at any franchised Heartland dealer.
Heartland is recalling 5,446 2022-2023 travel trailers, including Cyclone, Elkridge, and Road Warrior models, because the electric retractable awning fabric has a welded seam that can separate and let the awning drop beyond normal operation. That awning movement can increase the risk of injury, and Heartland dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Lippert electric retractable awning on these 2022-2023 Heartland travel trailers is the fabric shade assembly mounted along the side of the trailer. When it works normally, the motor rolls the fabric out from the coach and retracts it back onto the awning tube. The fabric and its welded joint need to hold together as the awning moves.
On affected trailers, the welded joint in the awning fabric was not fully fused in some areas during production. That weak joint can separate along the roll, so the fabric no longer stays controlled as the awning extends or retracts. If the separation grows, the awning can drop farther than it should during normal operation.
Owners have a visible warning sign to check for. Look at the ends of the awning roll along the coach for a partial separation in the welded fabric joint.
Who's affected?
All listed model lines use the same Lippert awning component, limited to awnings 18 feet or less in length.
| 2022 Heartland Elkridge | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2023 Heartland Lithium | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Road Warrior | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Milestone | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Pioneer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Cyclone | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland North Trail | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Bighorn | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Mallard | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Pioneer | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Torque | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Prowler | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Road Warrior | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Trail Runner | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Trail Runner | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Prowler | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Fuel | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Sundance | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Lithium | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Gravity | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Bighorn | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Torque | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Sundance | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2023 Heartland Gravity | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| 2022 Heartland Mallard | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 5,446 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can injure someone near the coach. A partial weld separation at the ends of the awning roll is a visible warning sign. Keep people clear of the awning, stop using it, and schedule the dealer inspection and repair. Repair is free at any franchised Heartland dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2022-2023 Heartland travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Heartland dealer to schedule the free awning inspection and repair or replacement that fixes the welded fabric seam separation and awning drop risk.
- Keep clear of the awning area and do not extend the awning until the repair is complete.
- Bring the owner letter if Heartland mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V591 when you schedule service.
- Call Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032 with questions about the free repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Heartland technician inspects the electric retractable awning fabric and hardware, then repairs the awning or replaces it if needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Heartland used its general reimbursement plan for this campaign, so eligible out-of-pocket awning repairs paid before the recall notice are handled through that plan. Ask Heartland customer service or the dealer what documentation to submit for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 8, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 8, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 2, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| October 2, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 2, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 2, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V591?
Recall 22V591 covers 5,446 2022-2023 Heartland travel trailers with an electric retractable awning fabric weld that can separate. If the awning drops or extends beyond normal operation, it can increase injury risk. Heartland dealers will inspect and repair, or replace, the awning for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Heartland travel trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V591. If it is, contact a Heartland dealer to schedule the awning inspection and repair. Reference recall number 22V591 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Heartland dealers will inspect the electric retractable awning and repair or replace it free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V591?
The risk is injury from an awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation. The defect involves the electric retractable awning fabric weld separating. Until the repair is complete, use caution around the awning and arrange the free dealer inspection if your VIN is included.
When were owners notified about recall 22V591?
Heartland mailed owner notification letters by September 8, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included. Heartland customer service is available at 1-877-262-8032.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V591000 |
|---|---|
| Heartland customer service | 1-877-262-8032 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V591 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V591000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →