2011 Heartland Graystone problems: recalls, complaints and what to check
NHTSA has 1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file for the 2011 Heartland Graystone. Here is what they are, what a technician checks for each kind of fault, and how to look one over before you buy it.
Other: 1 recall
Recall 17V750000 (22/11/2017): EQUIPMENT
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
Fix: 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.
Tires: 2 complaints
What a tech checks: Age, load range and pressure. RV tires age out before they wear out, and an underrated tire on a heavy trailer is a blowout waiting to happen. Before you buy: Read the DOT date and the load range on the sidewall.
Chassis, towing and tires lessons · Trailer guide
Axles, brakes, suspension and hitch: 1 complaint
What a tech checks: Bearings, brake magnets, worn shackle bolts and bent axles. A trailer that wears tires on the inside edge or pulls to one side usually has an axle or suspension problem. Before you buy: Bolts tight, springs not flat, brakes apply with the breakaway pin pulled.
Chassis and towing lessons · Trailer guide
Structure, roof and leaks: 1 complaint
What a tech checks: Roof sealant, seams, window and slide seals, and the frame. Water intrusion shows up as delamination, soft floors and stained ceilings months after the leak started. Before you buy: Press the sidewalls and walk the floor; look at every seam and seal.
Roof, leaks and body lessons · Seals and leaks guide
What owners reported to NHTSA
10/19/2013, TIRES,WHEELS: POWERKING TOWMAX TIRE DISTRIBUTED BY DYNAMIC TIRE CORP BLEW OUT AND TORE UP THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE 5VER. THE OTHER THREE TIRES WERE EXAMINED AT A TIRE SHOP AND FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE ALSO, BROKEN BEADS. SENT BACK TO DYNAMIC FOR INSPECTION, OF COURSE THEY DETERMINED I WAS EITHER OVERLOADED OR THE TIRES WERE OVER OR UNDER INFLATED. I'M VERY CAREFUL REGARDING MY TIRES, I CHECK THEM BEFORE EACH TRIP AND EACH STOP. I MA
08/07/2013, STRUCTURE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HEARTLAND GRAYSTONE RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED A WEAK AREA IN THE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHERE THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE FRAME WAS UNDER A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF STRESS AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 14,000.
04/03/2013, TIRES: TIRES BLEW OUT ON 5TH WHEEL AND DESTROYED BOTH SIDES IN THE TIRE AREA, TRIM, FENDERS AND SHEET METAL. ONCE ON OCTOBER 21ST AND ONE ON NOVEMBER 25, 2012. WE HAD DEFECTIVE TIRES. THEY ARE TOMAX TIRES MADE BY DYNAMIC TIRES IN CANADA. ... UPDATED 04/11/13 *BF
Looking at a 2011 Heartland Graystone?
The Buyer's Check walks you through it on your phone: what to ask, the outside walk-around, water damage, every system on every power source, with the recalls above built in. You get a report that says what's a walk-away and what to negotiate on.
Checked against NHTSA 2026-10-23. Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer. Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA and are not verified.