American Hauler Recall 13V447000: Latches/locks/linkages, Doors, Latch

NHTSA recall 13V447000 · announced September 26, 2013 · filed by American Hauler · 1,103 units affected

The problem

American Hauler is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 cargo trailers manufactured January 1, 2006, to July 30, 2010, equipped with a flushlock option (which uses a Fastec-brand door lock). It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.

The risk

If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the cargo trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

American Hauler will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2013. Owners may contact American Hauler at 1-574-264-0227 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2006 American Hauler Cargo Trailers
• 2007 American Hauler Cargo Trailers
• 2008 American Hauler Cargo Trailers
• 2009 American Hauler Cargo Trailers
• 2010 American Hauler Cargo Trailers

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.