Latches/locks/linkagesRecall 13V-519 · Play-Mor vehicles

Play-Mor Trailers, Inc. recall 13V-519 covers 241 Play-Mor vehicles for a latches/locks/linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on September 9, 2013.

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Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet
Vehicles affected2413 models
ReportedSep 9, 2013Owners notified Nov 13, 2013
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 13V519000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.

What's wrong

The problem

Play-Mor Trailers Inc. (Play-Mor Trailers) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 travel 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 without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Play-Mor Trailers will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2013. Owners may contact Play-Mor Trailers at 1-573-455-2387 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.

Background

The investigation behind this recall

  1. Door Locks May Become InoperativeEQ13006 · closed Mar 20, 2014
    NHTSA