NHTSA Recall 13V479000: Latches/locks/linkages
Shadow Trailers, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 786 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Shadow Bumperpull.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V479000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Report received | October 17, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 10, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Shadow Trailers Inc. (Shadow Trailers) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 gooseneck and bumperpull horse trailers manufactured December 1, 2005, through August 11, 2011 and equipped with Fastec-brand door locks with key cylinder numbers HF 304, HF 307, HF 308 and HF 309. 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
Shadow Trailers will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2013. Owners may contact Shadow Trailers at 1-352-529-2190 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 13V479000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Shadow Bumperpull | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Shadow Gooseneck | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
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.