Latches/locks/linkagesRecall 13V-575 · 2006–2013 Space Craft Fifth Wheel Trailer
Space Craft Mfg., Inc. recall 13V-575 covers 9 2006–2013 Space Craft Fifth Wheel Trailer for a latches/locks/linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on November 19, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V575000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Space Craft Mfg., Inc. (Space Craft) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 fifth wheel and 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, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Space Craft will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may contact Space Craft Manufacturing at 1-660-463-7520 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