Replacement Door Latch For A 2017 Heartland Wilderness
Published 11/05/2026
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
This looks like it could be a replacement for my latch door on my 2017 Heartland Wilderness. What are the key things to look at to see if this would work on my trailer?
asked by: Albert
(click to enlarge)
Expert Reply:
Hi Albert!
When looking at something like Global Link RV Baggage Door Slam Latch - Black - 1-3/4" Thick # 295-000078, what you really need to look at are the dimensions. This one measures 5" wide x 4-1/2" tall x 1-3/4" thick, so you will need to compare that to your current latch to see if will work as a replacement (I included a very detailed diagram with every measurement you could ever hope for as well). If you get way different measurements, let me know what they are and I can see about finding you a better match.
Couple things to note if this will work for you. First, it does not include keys and they will need to be ordered separately (part # 295-000079). Second, it also does not include a mounting plate. You could potentially reuse your previous one, but if you wanted a new one, we do have the Standard # 295-000016 and the Egress # 295-000017. There really isn't much difference between the two, so I would just go with the less expensive option.
If you don't mind my asking, what happened to your current door latch?
(click to enlarge)
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Global Link RV Baggage Door Slam Latch - Black - 1-3/4" Thick
- RV Door Parts
- Compartment Door
- Latches
- Locks
- Keyed Unique
- Metal
- Slam Latch
- Black
- Global Link
more information >
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Replacement Compartment Latch for 2016 Forest River Palomino Solaire GT3
- Q&A: Drawing for Global Link RV Baggage Door Slam Latch, # 295-000078
- Q&A: Replacement Slam Latch Door Handle For a 2016 Keystone Cougar Camper
- Q&A: Replacement Slam Latch Solution For A TriMark 060-0460
- Q&A: Recommended Lug Nuts for Trailer Rims with Recessed Lug Holes
- Q&A: Replacement Slam Latch For A Challenger Nova Baggage Door Latch
- Q&A: Recommended Replacement Water Heater for Atwood GC6AA-10E
- Article: How Much Solar Power Do I Need For My RV?
- Article: Top Weight Distribution Hitches for a Buttery Smooth Ride
- Article: Brake Controller Installation: Starting from Scratch
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Trailer Lighting Requirements
- Article: 30-Amp and 50-Amp RV Service: What's the Difference?
- Article: The Best Trailer Tongue Locks for Preventing Trailer Theft
Albert
11/5/2026
I will check these measurements when I get home. I just bought the trailer and it was already like this. They used a bungy cord seen in the picture to keep it shut. The picture is the inside of the door, I couldnt get the ront side picture to upload. The latch its self is completely missing from the door, I am assuming someone broke into it possibly, or something heavy inside the storage compartment came loose and smacked into the door.