Wells Cargo Recall 13V598000: Latches/locks/linkages

NHTSA recall 13V598000 · announced November 25, 2013 · filed by Wells Cargo, Inc · 4,754 units affected

The problem

Wells Cargo, Inc. (Wells Cargo) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 cargo trailers manufactured January 1, 2006, through April 25, 2013 and equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. 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 travel trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

Wells Cargo will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may contact Wells Cargo at 1-800-348-7553 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 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
• 2007 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
• 2008 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
• 2009 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
• 2010 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
• 2011 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
• 2012 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
• 2013 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer

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