Recall 13V414 covers 400 2006-2013 Circle D Bhst, Gnmpt, and Gnst trailers for Fastec door locks that jam. Repair is free.
Circle D is recalling 400 2006-2013 Bhst, Gnmpt, and Gnst horse and multipurpose trailers with tack compartments because the Fastec-brand door lock key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the lock jams, someone inside will be locked in and need the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury; the Circle D dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part on 2006-2013 Circle D Bhst, Gnmpt, and Gnst trailers is the Fastec-brand door lock on trailers with tack compartments. That lock is supposed to hold the tack compartment door closed when secured, then let the owner unlock and open the door normally with the key. The deadbolt is the solid locking piece that slides into the door frame.
On affected trailers, the key can be removed in a position that jams the deadbolt. When that happens, the lock can stay stuck instead of retracting cleanly when the key is used. The issue is inside the lock operation, not the trailer door itself, so forcing the door does not address the failed lock mechanism.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can use the key as expected and then find that the deadbolt will not move or the tack compartment door will not open.
Who's affected?
Spans the Bhst, Gnmpt, and Gnst trailer lines across the 2006-2013 model years, all tied to the door latch.
| 2007 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2006 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
| 2012 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| 2009 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2013 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2012 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2006 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| 2012 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
| 2011 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
| 2010 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
| 2010 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2011 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2007 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| 2008 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| 2009 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| 2011 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| 2013 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| 2008 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
| 2009 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
| 2013 Circle D Bhst | Latch |
| 2006 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2008 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2007 Circle D Gnst | Latch |
| 2010 Circle D Gnmpt | Latch |
| Units affected | 400 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock can jam too. A person inside the travel trailer can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury. Repair will be free at any franchised Circle D dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2013 Circle D Bhst, Gnmpt, or Gnst trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Circle D to confirm the free Fastec lock-cylinder inspection and replacement process for your trailer.
- Reference recall number 13V414 when you call, and have the trailer model and VIN ready.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one, so the service contact can match your trailer to the door-lock repair.
- Avoid locking someone inside the trailer until the Fastec door-lock cylinder has been inspected or replaced.
What happens at the repair
The listed repair path is an inspection of the Fastec-brand door lock cylinders. Once the repair is available for your trailer, a Circle D technician or Fastec-coordinated service provider inspects the cylinders and replaces any affected cylinders, free under the recall. Circle D notified owners for campaign 13V414, and Fastec coordinates the cylinder inspection and replacement work. Parts and labor are covered. Because the source record does not describe a reimbursement program, this section does not add reimbursement instructions.
Timeline
| September 10, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 14, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V414?
Recall 13V414 covers 400 2006-2013 Circle D Bhst, Gnmpt, and Gnst horse and multipurpose trailers with tack compartments and Fastec-brand door locks. The key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt, and Fastec will inspect and replace lock cylinders for free as needed.
What should I do if my 2006-2013 Circle D Bhst, Gnmpt, or Gnst trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V414. If it is, contact Circle D or Fastec to arrange the door-lock inspection and cylinder replacement. Have recall number 13V414 ready when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost, and the source remedy says Fastec will coordinate inspection and cylinder replacement as needed free of charge. Circle D lists 1-620-947-2385 for owner contact.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is being locked inside the trailer if the deadbolt jams and the interior side of the door lock also jams. A person inside would need to use the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury under recall 13V414.
What if I bought this Circle D trailer used?
The free recall remedy still applies to used trailers. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Bhst, Gnmpt, or Gnst trailer is included, then call Circle D or Fastec with recall number 13V414.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V414000 |
|---|---|
| Circle D customer service | 1-620-947-2385 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V414 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V414000 |
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 →