2011 Heartland Sundance problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2011 Heartland Sundance — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2011 compare to other Sundance years?

Sundance NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2011 Heartland Sundance problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	2	50%	new
Brakes	1	25%	new
Other	1	25%	new

Does the 2011 Heartland Sundance have recalls?

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

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.

15V482000OtherJuly 30, 2015 · 1,680 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain trailers of various models and model years. Click on "All Products Associated With This Recall" for a complete list. The tire certification labels applied to the vehicles may contain inaccurate tire sizing and/or inflation information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Consequence

An owner or operator could rely on the inaccurate information in inflating the tires which could cause under or over inflation which, in turn, could lead to a tire failure or crash.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will send a replacement label with the correct information, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2015. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-574-266-3988.

10V607000Tires & WheelsDecember 1, 2010 · 527 units

Defect

HEARTLAND IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH 15"X6" WHITE SPOKE OR MODULAR DESIGN STEEL WHEELS WITH A SIX HOLE BOLT PATTERN. SOME OF THE WHEELS MAY HAVE INADEQUATE WELD PENETRATION BETWEEN THE OUTER RING AND THE CENTER PLATE DUE TO IMPROPER PLATE ALIGNMENT.

Consequence

THERE COULD BE A POTENTIAL WHEEL FAILURE AND WHEEL LOSS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, OR PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy

HEARTLAND WILL REPLACE THE WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HEARTLAND AT 877-262-8032.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE 5TH WHEEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FURNACE AND AIR CONDITIONER FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN ACTIVATED DUE TO A SHORT CIRCUIT. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED EIGHT DIFFERENT TIMES AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED EACH TIME BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 2, 2010

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500, WHICH WAS HITCHED TO A 2011 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A DRIVER OF ANOTHER VEHICLE ALERTED THE CONTACT THAT SMOKE WAS ERUPTING FROM THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT MANEUVERED THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 5, 2011

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500, WHICH WAS HITCHED TO A 2011 HEARTLAND SUNDANCE FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A DRIVER OF ANOTHER VEHICLE ALERTED THE CONTACT THAT SMOKE WAS ERUPTING FROM THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT MANEUVERED THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · October 5, 2011

2011 Heartland Sundance — common questions

Is the 2011 Heartland Sundance reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2011 Heartland Sundance have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2011 Heartland Sundance. 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 2011 compare to other Sundance years?

What are the most common 2011 Heartland Sundance problems?

Does the 2011 Heartland Sundance have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2011 Heartland Sundance — common questions

Is the 2011 Heartland Sundance reliable?

Does the 2011 Heartland Sundance have recalls?

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