CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Problem
- Merhow Acquisition, LLC (Merhow) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Horse Trailers equipped with a Fastec-brand door lock. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.
- 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 without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Merhow has notified owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Merhow customer service at 1-269-483-0010, or Fastec customer service at 1-800-837-2505.
- Notes
- 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 this recall means for you
Certain horse trailers from model years 2006 through 2013 are equipped with a Fastec-brand door lock. The key may be removable in a way that can jam the deadbolt. If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam.
A person inside the trailer at that time could be locked in and unable to get out through the door, which increases the risk of injury. The only way out would be the emergency exit. Owners should contact Merhow customer service at 1-269-483-0010 or Fastec customer service at 1-800-837-2505. Fastec will coordinate inspection and replacement of the lock cylinders as needed, free of charge. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your trailer is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Merhow Horse Traielrs | 20062007200820092010201120122013 |
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