American Hauler Latch Recall 13V447000 (1,103 Vehicles)

The problem

American Hauler is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 cargo trailers manufactured January 1, 2006, to July 30, 2010, equipped with a flushlock option (which uses a Fastec-brand door lock). 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 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.

The fix

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.

Contacts

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.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized American Hauler dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 13V447000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2006 American Hauler Cargo Trailers	0	1	C
2007 American Hauler Cargo Trailers	1	1	F
2008 American Hauler Cargo Trailers	0	1	C
2009 American Hauler Cargo Trailers	0	1	C
2010 American Hauler Cargo Trailers	0	1	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2006 American Hauler Cargo Trailers

2007 American Hauler Cargo Trailers

2008 American Hauler Cargo Trailers

2009 American Hauler Cargo Trailers

2010 American Hauler Cargo Trailers

Questions

Is the 13V447000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. AMERICAN HAULER's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 13V447000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 13V447000 announced?

AMERICAN HAULER reported it to NHTSA on September 26, 2013. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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