Recall 13V-482: 2007–2013 Vintage Aero, 2007–2013 Vintage Bandit and 4 more
Vintage Trailers Ltd. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Oct 17, 2013, covering about 4,212 vehicles.
The problem
Vintage Trailers Ltd. (Vintage Trailers) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Crystal, Intimidator, Aero, Outlaw, Bandit, and Cargo trailers manufactured January 2007 through May 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.
The risk
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.
The fix
Vintage Trailers will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on December 13, 2013. Owners may contact Vintage at 1-800-233-5455 or Fastec 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Vintage Trailers Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Component | Latches/Locks/Linkages |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V482000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Vintage Aero | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Vintage Bandit | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Vintage Cargo | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Vintage Crystal | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Vintage Intimidator | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Vintage Outlaw | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V-482?
Vintage Trailers Ltd. (Vintage Trailers) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Crystal, Intimidator, Aero, Outlaw, Bandit, and Cargo trailers manufactured January 2007 through May 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.
How is recall 13V-482 fixed?
Vintage Trailers will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on December 13, 2013. Owners may contact Vintage at 1-800-233-5455 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.