American Hauler recall: Latches/locks/linkages
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
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.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- American Hauler Cargo Trailers 2006–2010
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 13V447000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- American Hauler
- Reported to NHTSA
- Sep 26, 2013
- Owners notified
- Dec 16, 2013
- Vehicles or items affected
- 1,103
- Started by
- NHTSA investigation
- Built
- –
- Part
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
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.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.