NHTSA Recall 13V466000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Dressen Custom Trailers, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 119 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Dressen Dakota Cargo.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V466000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | September 27, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 9, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Dressen Custom Trailers (Dressen) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Dakota Cargo trailers and Dakota Competitor trailers, DC and CP series, manufactured January 1, 2006, through April 25, 2013, 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
Dressen will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2013. Owners may contact Dressen at 1-605-428-4364 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 13V466000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dressen Dakota Cargo | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Dressen Dakota Competitor | 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.