2016 Heartland Mallard problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2016 Heartland Mallard — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other Mallard years?

Mallard NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Mallard years to avoid →

Does the 2016 Heartland Mallard have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V566000LightingAugust 1, 2016 · 4,585 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Wilderness and Mallard travel trailers, 2015-2017 Elkridge fifth wheel travel trailers, and 2017 Sundance and Torque travel trailers. The affected vehicles have an LED light on the front cap of the camper that may short circuit and overheat.

Consequence

If the light overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the light with one that has built-in voltage protection. The recall began on September 1, 2016. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.

2016 Heartland Mallard — common questions

Is the 2016 Heartland Mallard reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 Heartland Mallard have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2016 Heartland Mallard. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2016 compare to other Mallard years?

Does the 2016 Heartland Mallard have recalls?

2016 Heartland Mallard — common questions

Is the 2016 Heartland Mallard reliable?

Does the 2016 Heartland Mallard have recalls?

Related