NHTSA Recall 13V436000: Latches/locks/linkages
Chalet RV reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,500 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Chalet Alpine.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V436000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Report received | September 17, 2013 |
| Owner notification | January 10, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V436000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chalet Alpine | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Chalet Arrowhead | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Chalet Aspen | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Chalet TS116 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Chalet XL | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Takena 1860 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Takena 1865 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.