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2020 Heartland Trail Runner problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2020 Heartland Trail Runner — 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.

2

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other Trail Runner years?

Trail Runner NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted4 complaints2007: 0 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 4 complaints2020: 2 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 4 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Trail Runner NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Heartland Trail Runner problems?

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Does the 2020 Heartland Trail Runner 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.

20V275000OtherMay 14, 2020 · 392 units

Defect

Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC (Heartland) is recalling certain 2020 Mallard, Prowler, Trail Runner, and Wilderness trailers equipped with a bumper-mounted spare tire carrier. The U-bolt that secures the spare tire may break, and cause the spare tire to detach during travel.

Consequence

If both U-bolts break, the carrier and spare tire can detach from the unit, resulting in an increased risk of injury and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Heartland will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire mounting U-bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact Heartland customer service at 1-877-262-8032.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“2020 HEARTLAND RECREATIONAL TRAILER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 21V-428. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 13, 2021

2020 Heartland Trail Runner — common questions

Is the 2020 Heartland Trail Runner reliable?

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

Does the 2020 Heartland Trail Runner have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Heartland Trail Runner. 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.