Chalet Rv | NHTSA Recall #13V436000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V436000 by Chalet Rv. Affecting model year 2006-2013 ts116, 1860, 1865, aspen, alpine, arrowhead, and xl a-frames, travel trailers, and truck campers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks Includes 3,500 affected units, Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2006-2013 ts116, 1860, 1865, aspen, alpine, arrowhead, and xl a-frames, travel trailers, and truck campers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks

Defect Summary

Chalet rv is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 ts116, 1860, 1865, aspen, alpine, arrowhead, and xl a-frames, travel trailers, and truck campers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks. it may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.

Corrective Action

Chalet rv will notify owners, and fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. the recall began on january 10, 2014. owners may contact chalet rv at 1-541-791-4610 or fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V436000
Manufacturer: Chalet Rv
Report Received Date: 2013-09-17T00:00:00
Subject: Interior side door lock may become inoperable
Component: Latches/locks/linkages
Potentially Affected Units: 3,500

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Chalet rv is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 ts116, 1860, 1865, aspen, alpine, arrowhead, and xl a-frames, travel trailers, and truck campers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks. it may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: Chalet rv will notify owners, and fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. the recall began on january 10, 2014. owners may contact chalet rv at 1-541-791-4610 or fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 13V436000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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