Recall 26V427 affects 182 2026 Heartland Cyclone Tt and Cyclone Fw trailers for an ungrounded inverter. Repair is free at any franchised Heartland dealer.
Heartland is recalling 182 2026 Cyclone Tt and Cyclone Fw trailers because the inverter installation lacks a grounding connection. Without that ground, the electrical system can overheat and raise the risk of fire or electric shock; Heartland dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The inverter in the 2026 Heartland Cyclone Tt and Cyclone Fw converts battery power into household-style electrical power for the trailer. Its grounding connection bonds the inverter to the trailer chassis. That bond gives stray electrical current a controlled path back to ground instead of leaving energized parts waiting for contact.
On affected trailers, the grounding connection was not installed, or it was not connected as intended. The part itself is the bare grounding wire for the inverter circuit. Without that bond, an electrical fault inside the inverter or connected wiring does not have the intended chassis path. That is the defect traced to production, not owner use or normal wear.
There is no warning sign before failure. The trailer does not give a reliable light, sound, or driving symptom that tells you the inverter grounding bond is missing.
Who's affected?
Covers the Cyclone Tt and Cyclone Fw lines, both tied to the same inverter component; VINs become searchable on August 4, 2026.
| 2026 Heartland Cyclone Tt | Inverter |
|---|---|
| 2026 Heartland Cyclone Fw | Inverter |
| Units affected | 182 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
Without the required ground, the electrical system can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. The same fault also raises the risk of injury from electrical shock. Until the ground wire is installed, use caution around connected power and stop using electrical equipment if it feels unsafe. Repair is free at any franchised Heartland dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Heartland Cyclone Tt or Cyclone Fw is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Heartland dealer to schedule the free inverter ground-wire installation that addresses the overheating and electrical shock risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Heartland sends one. If not, reference recall number 26V427 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether to avoid using the inverter until the ground wire is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Heartland technician adds the missing ground wire for the inverter and confirms the grounding connection is in place. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, so the repair is free. The manufacturer's general reimbursement plan is on file for this campaign. If you already paid for an inverter grounding repair tied to this recall, ask Heartland service how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 2, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 4, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| August 4, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 4, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V427?
Recall 26V427 covers 182 2026 Heartland Cyclone Tt and Cyclone Fw trailers with an inverter installed without a grounding connection. Without that ground, the electrical system can overheat and increase fire risk, and electrical shock injury risk also increases. Dealers will install a ground wire for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Heartland Cyclone Tt or Cyclone Fw is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 26V427. If it is, contact a franchised Heartland dealer to schedule the ground wire installation. Reference recall number 26V427 and Heartland recall number 9905661 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and dealers will install the missing inverter ground wire free of charge. You can also contact Heartland customer service at 1-800-283-8267 with recall number 9905661.
Is it safe to use the electrical system before the repair?
Use extra care until the dealer completes the repair. The inverter lacks the required grounding connection, so the electrical system can overheat and increase fire risk. Electrical shock injury risk also increases. Ask the Heartland dealer whether the trailer should stay out of service until the ground wire is installed.
When will owners be notified about recall 26V427?
Heartland expects to mail owner notification letters on August 4, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter if your VIN is included. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Heartland dealer and reference recall number 26V427 to schedule the free ground wire installation.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V427000 |
|---|---|
| Heartland customer service | 1-800-283-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V427 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V427000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on July 13, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →