NHTSA Recall 13V510000: Latches/locks/linkages
Northwood Manufacturing, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19,106 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Arctic Fox Pickup Camper.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V510000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Report received | October 17, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 4, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Northwood Manufacturing, Inc. (Northwood) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 Arctic Fox, Nash, and Desert Fox, model year 2011-2012 Fox Creek and model year 2011-2014 Fox Mountain, Snow River and Wolf Creek trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers and pickup campers 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
Northwood will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2013. Owners may contact Northwood Manufacturing at 1-541-962-6274 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 13V510000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Arctic Fox Pickup Camper | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Arctic Fox Travel Trailer | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Desert Fox Toy Hauler | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Fox Creek Travel Trailer | 2011, 2012 |
| Fox Mountain Fifth Wheel | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Nash Travel Trailer | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Snow River Travel Trailer | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Wolf Creek Pickup Camper | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
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.