NHTSA Recall 13V482000: Latches/locks/linkages
Vintage Trailers Ltd. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,212 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Vintage Aero.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V482000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Report received | October 17, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 13, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
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
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V482000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Vintage Aero | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Vintage Bandit | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Vintage Cargo | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Vintage Crystal | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Vintage Intimidator | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Vintage Outlaw | 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.