Arising Cargo Trailer: Latches/locks/linkages

Affects Arising Cargo Trailer · 2008–2013 — about 228 vehicles.

The hazard

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

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational