2008 Heartland Cyclone Suspension Problems

“5th wheel trailer gvwr stated by mfgr is 18,000. The 3 individual axles are rated at 5200# each totaling 15,600# max.. Tires are goodyear marathon st225/75r15 d-rated max load is 2540 at PSI 65 cold totaling 15,240# max. Unit has had tire separation and blow outs. Remaining tires on unit were inspected by goodyear wingfoot commercial tires and 4 of 6 on the ground were suspected of suffering belt breakdown/separation after less than 6,000 miles. Initial incident resulted in damage to rv trailer in the amount of approximately $2,800. Additionally, replacing failing/suspect tires cost $636. …”

“The contact owns a 2008 Heartland Cyclone trailer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked when he noticed that the passenger side front wheel was leaning inward. The contact diagnosed that the failure was a broken leaf spring. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 6,000. ..updated 09-28-12 the consumer stated there was also failures with the front lifting jacks. The first time they failed, the were repaired. …”

“The following is concerning a 2007 Heartland, Cyclone rv. This three axle unit has mission 225/75r15 tires .dec. 2006 - unit purchased. Jan. 2007 travel tn to ca. Upon returning it was found the tires on the unit were wearing to the belts. Feb. 27 to april 05, 2007 unit at tennessee rv for repair. Rear axle replaced along with the tires. Aug. 09, 2007. Travel florida from tn. Passenger side center tire suffers a blow out. Roadside service called and the spare mounted. Aug, 2007 travel florida to tn drivers side suffered a blowout. Service was called and a new tire obtained. Aug 17, to dec. …”