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2013 Heartland Bighorn SilveradoProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado, most often about the tires. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-128 the manufacturer reports only 41% of affected cars repaired.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Lowest repair rate 41%Owner complaints30 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage5kTires, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 4, 2016. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2013 Heartland Bighorn Silverado has problems

3 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
Equipment10

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

3 recalls

2013 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.

41%repaired · 2015 Q4

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 14V-128 · Mar 18, 2014 · 417 vehicles · 170 repaired

Risk. If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–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

2013 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.

WE HAD A TIRE EXPLODE ON OUR FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER AND WERE ONLY GOING 25MPH. ALL TIRES ARE CHECKED FOR DAMAGE PRIOR TO EVERY TRIP AND MAX AIR PRESSURE ADJUSTED IF NEEDED. THE EXPLODING TIRE DAMAGED THE SIDE OF OUR TRAILER AND RIPPED OUT WIRING TO A SLIDE OUT. UPON REVIEW OF THE INTERNET AND RELATED…
Complaint 10872505 · Jun 4, 2016 · 5,000 miles
HEARTLAND TRAILER BOUGHT JULY, 2012. LESS THAN 4000 MILES LATER ON SEPT. 29, RIGHT REAR POWER KING 235/85/R16 EXPLODED WITH COMPLETE TREAD SEPARATION AND CAUSING SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE TRAILER.THE TIRES WERE NEW AND PROPERLY INFLATED. SHOULDN'T THESE TIRES BE RECALLED BEFORE SOMEONE IS KILLED?…
Complaint 10478443 · Oct 3, 2012 · 4,000 miles

Own a 2013 Bighorn Silverado?

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