Marathon Homes Corporation | NHTSA Recall #13V637000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V637000 by Marathon Homes Corporation. Affecting model year 2006-2013 towable and fifth wheel travel trailers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks Includes 54 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 towable and fifth wheel travel trailers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks

Defect Summary

Marathon homes corporation (marathon) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 towable and fifth wheel travel trailers 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

Marathon will notify owners, and fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. the recall began on january 23, 2014. owners may contact marathon homes at 1-574-294-6441 or fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V637000

Manufacturer: Marathon Homes Corporation

Report Received Date: 2013-12-09T00:00:00

Subject: Interior side door lock may become inoperable

Component: Latches/locks/linkages

Potentially Affected Units: 54

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Marathon homes corporation (marathon) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 towable and fifth wheel travel trailers 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: Marathon will notify owners, and fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. the recall began on january 23, 2014. owners may contact marathon homes at 1-574-294-6441 or fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 13V637000

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Created At: 1742808662

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