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NHTSA Recall 14V072000: Latches/locks/linkages

R&M Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 185 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the R&m Trailer 6X12 Enclosed Cargo.

185
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
1111
owners notified (November 11)
NHTSA campaign14V072000
ComponentLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Report receivedFebruary 12, 2014
Owner notificationNovember 11, 1111
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

R&M Trailer Manufacturing Inc., (R&M Trailer) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 enclosed cargo trailers manufactured February 2012 through August 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 trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

R&M Trailer will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by mid-April 2014. Owners may contact R&M Trailer at 1-402-415-7530 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 14V072000

Make and modelModel years
R&m Trailer 6X12 Enclosed Cargo2012, 2013
R&m Trailer 7X16 Enclosed Cargo2012, 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.