Latches/locks/linkagesRecall 13V-423 · 2008–2013 Arising Cargo Trailer
Arising Industries, Inc. recall 13V-423 covers 228 2008–2013 Arising Cargo Trailer for a latches/locks/linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on September 13, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V423000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Arising Industries, Inc. (Arising Industries) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 cargo trailers equipped with 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 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.
The fix
Arising Industries will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2014. Owners may contact Arising at 1-912-375-6044 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The investigation behind this recall
- Door Locks May Become InoperativeNHTSA