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2018 Heartland Sundance problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 Heartland Sundance — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

0

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Sundance years?

Sundance NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted4 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 1 complaints2008: 3 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 4 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 3 complaints2015: 2 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 1 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Sundance NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2018 Heartland Sundance have recalls?

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

21V428000OtherJune 4, 2021 · 22,326 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC. (Heartland) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Mallard, Shadow Cruiser, Sundance XLTTT, Wilderness, Prowler, Trail Runner, 2018-2019 Pioneer, Terry Classic, 2020-2021 Lithium, and 2021 North Trail trailers equipped with a Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.

Consequence

Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.

19V525000Electrical SystemJuly 12, 2019 · 5,598 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2017 Bighorn Traveler, 2016-2020 Elkridge, Elkridge Ex, 2019-2020 Milestone, 2017-2018 North Peak, 2016-2017 Oakmont, 2017-2020 Pioneer FW, 2016-2018 Prowler FW, 2017-2019 Sundance and Sundance XLTFW trailers. The A/C electrical connector may have been improperly installed, possibly causing increased electrical resistance and the connection to overheat.

Consequence

Overheating of the connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will correct the electrical connections, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032. Heartland's number for this recall is 99.01.47.

2018 Heartland Sundance — common questions

Is the 2018 Heartland Sundance reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Heartland Sundance have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Heartland Sundance. 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.