Cargo South, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V644000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V644000 by Cargo South, Inc.. Affecting model year 2006-2013 enclosed utility trailers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks Includes 1,440 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 enclosed utility trailers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks

Defect Summary

Cargo south, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 enclosed utility trailers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks. in the affected trailers, it may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.

Corrective Action

Cargo south 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 early february 2014. owners may contact cargo south at 1-229-468-5659 or fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V644000

Manufacturer: Cargo South, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2013-12-24T00:00:00

Subject: Interior side door lock may become inoperable

Component: Latches/locks/linkages

Potentially Affected Units: 1,440

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Cargo south, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 enclosed utility trailers manufactured january 1, 2006, through april 25, 2013 and equipped with fastec-brand door locks. in the affected trailers, 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 trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Cargo south 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 early february 2014. owners may contact cargo south at 1-229-468-5659 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: 13V644000

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