Charmac 2006–2007 Latches/Locks/Linkages recall
Recalled September 30, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13V477000 · Charmac
Hazard
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 without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Charmac Trailers 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 the end of November 2013. Owners may contact Charmac Trailers at 1-208-733-5241 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
Units
432 units
Description
Charmac Trailers is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Cargo, Horse and Sports Trailers manufactured from January 2006 through December 2006 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.
What to do
Charmac Trailers 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 the end of November 2013. Owners may contact Charmac Trailers at 1-208-733-5241 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
Product
Charmac CARGO TRAILER · Charmac HORSE TRAILER · Charmac SPORTS TRAILER
Manufacturer(s)
Charmac Trailers, Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →