Charmac Horse Trailer, Cargo Trailer +1 more: Latches/locks/linkages

Affects Charmac Horse Trailer, Cargo Trailer, Sports Trailer · 2006–2007 — about 432 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

Charmac Trailers will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of November 2013. Owners may contact Charmac Trailers at 1-208-733-5241 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