Latches/locks/linkagesRecall 13V-599 · 2006–2013 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer
Wells Industries, Inc. recall 13V-599 covers 512 2006–2013 Wells Cargo Cargo Trailer for a latches/locks/linkages problem, reported to NHTSA on November 25, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V599000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Wells Industries Inc. is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Wells Cargo 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 trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Wells 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 10, 2014. Owners may contact Wells Industries at 1-801-621-3637 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