American Hauler Cargo Trailers: Latches/locks/linkages — latch

Affects American Hauler Cargo Trailers · 2006–2010 — about 1K vehicles.

The hazard

If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the cargo 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

American Hauler will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2013. Owners may contact American Hauler at 1-574-264-0227 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