Recall 13V402 affects 34 2006-2013 Showhauler Motorhome recreational vehicles for a deadbolt that can jam. Repair is free through Showhauler and Fastec.
Showhauler is recalling 34 2006-2013 Motorhome vehicles under recall 13V402 because the door lock key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the deadbolt jams, a person inside can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit; the Showhauler dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The door lock and deadbolt on the 2006-2013 Showhauler Motorhome are meant to secure the entry door while still letting the owner lock and unlock it in a predictable way. The key cylinder turns the lock mechanism, and the deadbolt slides into or out of the door frame so the door stays closed when it is locked.
On affected motorhomes, the key can be removed from the lock in a position that leaves the deadbolt mechanism jammed. When that happens, the deadbolt no longer moves cleanly through its normal travel. The problem is in the lock and linkage operation, not in the door itself.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue shows up when the key comes out and the deadbolt jams, so an owner can go from normal locking to a stuck lock without an earlier symptom.
Who's affected?
The scope runs from the 2006 through 2013 model years, with each listed year tied to the same latches/locks/linkages component.
| 2006 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
|---|---|
| 2008 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2012 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2013 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2007 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2010 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2011 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2009 Showhauler Motorhome | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Units affected | 34 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A jammed deadbolt can also jam the inside door lock, trapping someone inside the recreational vehicle. That person would need to use the emergency exit, which increases injury risk. Check your VIN and contact a franchised Showhauler dealer for recall guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Showhauler dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2013 Showhauler Motorhome is included in this recall.
- Watch for Showhauler's owner letter, mailed April 21, 2014, with inspection instructions.
- Call Showhauler at 1-574-825-6764 and reference recall number 13V402 when you ask about the free door-lock-cylinder inspection.
- Schedule the lock-cylinder replacement coordinated by Fastec if the inspection finds a cylinder that can jam the deadbolt.
- Keep the emergency exit clear until the repair is complete, since a jammed interior door lock can trap someone inside the recreational vehicle.
What happens at the repair
Showhauler notified owners after the recall began on April 21, 2014. Under the remedy, Fastec coordinates inspection of the affected lock cylinders and arranges replacement when needed. Once the dealer repair is available for your VIN, the inspection and cylinder replacement are free under the recall. A Showhauler technician or Fastec coordinated service provider checks the lock cylinder operation, confirms whether the deadbolt can jam, and replaces the cylinder if it is included.
Timeline
| September 5, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 21, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V402?
Recall 13V402 covers 34 2006-2013 Showhauler Motorhome vehicles with a door lock cylinder issue that can jam the deadbolt. If the deadbolt jams, a person inside the recreational vehicle can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2006-2013 Showhauler Motorhome is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Motorhome is included in recall 13V402. If it is, contact Showhauler at 1-574-825-6764 and reference recall 13V402. Showhauler and Fastec coordinate the lock cylinder inspection and replacement, as needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair to be completed at no cost to the owner. For recall 13V402, Showhauler and Fastec coordinate inspection and replacement of the affected door lock cylinders, as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is being locked inside the recreational vehicle if the deadbolt jams. The interior side of the door lock can jam too, leaving the emergency exit as the way out and increasing the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Showhauler Motorhome used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Motorhome is included, then contact Showhauler and reference recall 13V402 when you ask about the lock cylinder inspection.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V402000 |
|---|---|
| Showhauler customer service | 1-574-825-6764 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V402 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V402000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →