Heartland Cyclone Trailer Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Heartland Cyclone trailers from model years 2019 to 2021 have been recalled in the United States and Canada because the front landing legs may buckle and drop the front of the trailer while it is parked. A separate 2025 Canadian recall covers a removable step receiver on the 2025 Cyclone that may detach and cause a person to fall. No lawsuit, class action or MDL over the Heartland Cyclone trailer has been filed. The recalls are safety notices from the company and regulators, not court claims. Owners of affected trailers can ask a Heartland dealer about the free bracket repair.

Latest Heartland Cyclone Trailer Lawsuit Updates

May 9, 2025: Transport Canada Recalls the 2025 Cyclone Step Receiver

Transport Canada published recall 2025252 for the 2025 Heartland Cyclone because the receiver for the removable side step may not have been attached properly [1]. The recall concerns a small number of RV trailers. The dealer replaces the receiver. The notice is separate from the 2020 landing leg recall.

September 8, 2020: RV News Reports the NHTSA Landing Leg Recall

RV News reported that NHTSA issued a recall of certain 2019-2021 Cyclone and 2020-2021 Bighorn Traveler trailers. It potentially affects 1,168 units, over front landing legs that may buckle [2].

August 31, 2020: Heartland Issues the Owner Notice for Recall 2020-402

Heartland dated its owner notice for safety recall 2020-402 as August 31, 2020, offering a free dealer-installed bracket on the front jacks [3]. The repair takes 30 minutes to 1 hour. The notice asks owners for their VIN, name, address and phone number. It also offers reimbursement of earlier repair costs.

August 28, 2020: Transport Canada Publishes Recall 2020402

Transport Canada published recall 2020402 covering 2020 and 2021 Heartland Elk Ridge, 2020 Cyclone and 2020 Bighorn Traveler trailers [4]. The agency says the legs could buckle and cause the front of the trailer to drop while it is parked.

Who May Be Affected?

Owners of 2019-2021 Heartland Cyclone, 2020-2021 Bighorn Traveler and 2020-2021 Elkridge fifth wheel trailers are covered by the front landing leg recall. Transport Canada lists 2020 Cyclone, Bighorn Traveler and Elk Ridge trailers, plus 2021 Elk Ridge, in its own recall. Owners of a 2025 Cyclone are covered by the Canadian step receiver recall. A person hurt when a landing leg gave way or a step detached may want a legal review of the facts. Only an individual review can say whether a claim is possible.

Reported Injuries or Damages

No injury count is published in the recall notices. They describe risk, not reported injuries or losses. Heartland says the landing-leg defect “could lead to an increased risk of injury, and/or damage to property.” RV News, summarizing the NHTSA recall, says “the trailer will drop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of property damage, personal injury or death.” Transport Canada says a trailer that drops suddenly “could create a risk of injury.” These are company and regulator risk statements. No court has heard allegations about these trailers.

Recall and Regulatory Background

Heartland Recreational Vehicles recalled certain Cyclone, Bighorn Traveler and Elkridge trailers under NHTSA recall 20V-521. The front landing legs are not properly supported and could buckle. Transport Canada recall 2025252 is a separate matter from the landing leg recall, with its own remedy. A recall does not by itself establish liability.

Evidence to Preserve

Keep these items if you were hurt or had a loss involving a Heartland Cyclone trailer:

• Proof of purchase and the trailer’s VIN, which show the model year and model.
• The Heartland recall notice and any dealer repair or service orders.
• Photographs of the landing legs or the step, and of any damage.
• Medical records and bills for any injury.
• Communications with Heartland and the dealer.
• Receipts for any repair you paid for before the recall.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines come from state law, not from the recall. The time limit differs by state and by the date of your injury or loss. Missing a deadline can end a claim even when the facts are strong, so timing matters. A lawyer can tell you which deadline applies to your situation and where you live, so ask promptly and keep your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Repair for the Cyclone Landing Legs?

The repair for the Cyclone landing legs is an added bracket on the front jacks. Heartland’s notice lists part 0363841 for the Cyclone and part 0363482 for the Bighorn Traveler and Elkridge. A dealer installs it free of charge.

Who Do I Contact About the Recall Repair?

To arrange the recall repair, contact the Heartland Warranty/Service Department at warranty@heartlandrvs.com or 877-262-8032. Canadian owners can also reach Transport Canada Road Safety at 1-800-333-0510.

What Does the Research Say About the Cyclone Recalls?

The research on the Cyclone recalls is Transport Canada’s finding that the 2025 step receiver “could detach from the bracket and cause a person to fall.” The agency files that recall as RA-77441.

Are the Recall Numbers for the Cyclone Landing Legs the Same?

The recall numbers for the Cyclone landing legs name one recall in three systems. NHTSA uses 20V-521 and Heartland uses 2020-402. Transport Canada uses 2020402, filed as RA-79971.

References

1. https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/transport-canada-recall-2025252-heartland
2. https://www.rvnews.com/nhtsa-issues-recalls-affecting-certain-heartland-units/
3. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2020/RCONL-20V521-1953.pdf
4. https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/transport-canada-recall-2020402