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2012 Heartland Bighorn SilveradoProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado, most often about the tires. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls2Free fix at dealersOwner complaints20 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage6kTires, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 18, 2015. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Tires20

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2012 Heartland Bighorn Silverado recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Lpg systems: lines and fittings

Recall 12V-470 · Sep 25, 2012 · 68 vehicles

Risk. A damaged LP hose can lead to an LP leak and fire, increasing the risk of injury or death.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Equipment

Recall 12V-417 · Aug 28, 2012 · 7 vehicles

Risk. If the LP supply line is connected incorrectly, the generator may vent liquid propane into the generator compartment.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Heartland.

Best & worst years

2012 vs. every other Bighorn Silverado year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Bighorn Silverado median. How we score

'12'13
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Bighorn Silverado owners report

Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HEARTLAND BIGHORN SILVERADO TRAILER EQUIPPED WITH POWER KING TOWMAX TIRES, SIZE: LT235/80R16 E. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT WITHOUT WARNING. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE.…
Complaint 10726012 · Jun 18, 2015 · 8,000 miles
2 POWER KING TOWMAX STR TIRES, 2 YEARS OLD, VERY LOW MILEAGE, TOWING 4 TIRE BIG HORN FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER, SEPARATED TREADS ON JULY 6 AND JULY 13 OF 2014. CAMPER IS WELL UNDER WEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS, TIRE PRESSURE ALWAYS RUN AT 80 PSI. CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO CAMPER.
Complaint 10637784 · Sep 20, 2014 · 3,500 miles

Own a 2012 Bighorn Silverado?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.