2010 Heartland Trail Runner problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner — 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

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NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Trail Runner years?

Trail Runner NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 Heartland Trail Runner problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Tires & Wheels	1	100%	new

Does the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner have recalls?

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

10V124000OtherMarch 30, 2010 · 1,354 units

Defect

HEARTLAND HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A NONCOMPLIANCE ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 TRAIL RUNNER AND NORTH COUNTRY TRAVEL TRAILERS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION." THE FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL DOES NOT CONTAIN THE CORRECT GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR) INFORMATION. THE LABEL STATES THE GAWR FOR EACH AXLE TO BE 5,200 LBS WHEN THE ACTUAL GAWR IS 5,080 LBS.

Consequence

TOWING A VEHICLE WITH THE AXLES LOADED BEYOND THE SPECIFIED WEIGHT RATING MAY RESULT IN AXLE FAILURE LEADING TO POOR VEHICLE HANDLING AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HEARTLAND WARRANTY/SERVICE DEPARTMENT BY EMAIL AT PARTS@HEARTLANDRVS.COM, OR BY PHONE AT 1-877-262-8032.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HEARTLAND NORTH TRAIL RUNNER TRAILER EQUIPPED WITH DURO BIAS ST205/75/14 (N/A). THE CONTACT DETECTED THAT ALL FOUR TRAILER TIRES TREAD BELT EXHIBITED SEVERE CRACKS AND DRY ROTTED. ADDITIONALLY, THE SPARE TIRE EXHIBITED THE IDENTICAL DEFECT. THE TIRES DEFECT OCCURRED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · August 16, 2010

2010 Heartland Trail Runner — common questions

Is the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner reliable?

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

Does the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner. 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 2010 compare to other Trail Runner years?

What are the most common 2010 Heartland Trail Runner problems?

Does the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2010 Heartland Trail Runner — common questions

Is the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner reliable?

Does the 2010 Heartland Trail Runner have recalls?

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