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2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Sundance Xlt Tt years?

Sundance Xlt Tt NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted1 complaint2011: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints
Sundance Xlt Tt NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt problems?

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Tires & Wheels1100%

Does the 2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V510000Tires & WheelsJuly 31, 2018 · 12 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018 Heartland Sundance XLT TT recreational trailers. These vehicles may have been incorrectly equipped with Load Range C tires instead of Load Range D tires.

Consequence

Overloading the tires may result in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires with ones of the correct load rating, free of charge. The recall began on August 21, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.39.

17V750000OtherNovember 22, 2017 · 19,615 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Elkridge, North Country, North Trail FW, 2011 Big Country, Bighorn, Caliber, Country Ridge, Cyclone, Edge, Focus, Graystone, Landmark, MPG, North Trail TT, Road Warrior, Sundance, Sundance TT, Sundance XLT FW, Sundance XLT TT, Trail Runner, 2018 Fuel TT, 2016-2018 Sundance XLT TT, and Torque TT recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Consequence

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

17V564000SuspensionSeptember 13, 2017 · 134 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018 Sundance XLT TT recreational trailers, models ID221RB, ID241BH, ID273RL, ID281DB, ID283RB and ID291QB. The axles on these vehicles were installed backwards, possibly reducing the braking ability or causing the brakes to temporarily lock up.

Consequence

Improper brake function can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Heartland has notified owners, and dealers will correct the axle installation, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-574-206-7920 or by email at warranty@heartlandrvs.com. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.35.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

TRAVEL TRAILER HAS A SPECIFICATION STICKER THAT SPECIFIES LOAD RANGE D TIRES AND AN INSUFFICIENT, LOWER LOAD RANGE C TIRE WAS INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE FROM THE FACTORY. TIRE LABEL ON VEHICLE ALSO STATES TO INFLATE TIRES TO 65PSI AND A LOAD RANGE C TIRE CAN BE INFLATED TO 50PSI MAXIMUM. NO ACCIDENT…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 5, 2018

2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt — common questions

Is the 2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Heartland Sundance Xlt Tt. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.