Cargo South Recall 13V644000: Latches/locks/linkages

NHTSA recall 13V644000 · announced December 24, 2013 · filed by Cargo South, Inc. · 1,440 units affected

The problem

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

What to do

Cargo South will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by early February 2014. Owners may contact Cargo South at 1-229-468-5659 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 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer
• 2007 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer
• 2008 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer
• 2009 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer
• 2010 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer
• 2011 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer
• 2012 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer
• 2013 Cargo South Enclosed Utility Trailer

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