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Campaign 13V418 Posted September 12, 2013 1,584 units

2006-2012 Cimarron SS/Ns/Ls/Sw Recall 13V418: Door Lock

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 13V418 affects 1,584 2006-2012 Cimarron SS, Ns, Ls, and Sw livestock trailers for Fastec door locks that can jam. Free inspection and replacement.

Cimarron is recalling 1,584 2006-2012 SS, Ns, Ls, and Sw livestock trailers with Fastec-brand door locks that can jam the deadbolt after the key is removed. If the interior side of the lock jams too, someone inside can be trapped and forced to use the emergency exit; the Cimarron dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The Fastec-brand door lock on affected 2006-2012 Cimarron SS, Ns, Ls, and Sw livestock trailers is supposed to latch the door and hold the deadbolt in the position selected by the key. The deadbolt is the solid locking piece that slides into the door frame when the lock is secured. When it works normally, turning the key moves that bolt in and out without binding.

In this recall, the key can be removed at a point in the lock's travel that leaves the deadbolt mechanism out of position. Once that happens, the deadbolt can jam instead of moving smoothly when the key is turned. The problem is in the Fastec lock operation, not the trailer frame or the livestock area itself.

There is no warning sign before failure. A lock that felt normal during the last use can still leave the deadbolt jammed after the key is removed in the problem position.

Who's affected?

Spans the SS, Ns, Ls, and Sw trailer lines across the 2006-2012 model years, all tied to latches, locks, and linkages.

2009 Cimarron SS Latches/locks/linkages
2007 Cimarron SS Latches/locks/linkages
2008 Cimarron SS Latches/locks/linkages
2006 Cimarron SS Latches/locks/linkages
2012 Cimarron SS Latches/locks/linkages
Units affected1,584

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.

What's the safety risk?

A jammed deadbolt can also jam the interior side of the door lock. Someone 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 Cimarron dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2012 Cimarron SS, Ns, Ls, or Sw livestock trailer is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Cimarron customer service at 1-405-222-4800 to ask about the Fastec door-lock inspection and free cylinder replacement.
  3. Reference recall number 13V418 when you call, and ask whether Fastec or Cimarron will coordinate the repair appointment.
  4. Bring the recall notice if Cimarron sent one, plus any ownership paperwork for the trailer.
  5. Keep the emergency exit clear until the lock cylinder is inspected or replaced.

What happens at the repair

The source remedy says Cimarron notified owners and Fastec coordinates the inspection. At the dealer or service location, a Cimarron technician checks the Fastec door lock cylinders and replaces the cylinders that need replacement. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The recall began on November 14, 2013, so ask Cimarron or Fastec how the inspection is handled for your trailer if it has not already been repaired.

Timeline

September 12, 2013 NHTSA published the recall
November 14, 2013 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V418?

Recall 13V418 covers 1,584 2006-2012 Cimarron SS, Ns, Ls, and Sw livestock trailers equipped with a Fastec-brand door lock. The key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt and traps a person inside. Fastec will coordinate inspection and cylinder replacement for free.

What should I do if my 2006-2012 Cimarron SS, Ns, Ls, or Sw is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V418. If it is, contact Cimarron at 1-405-222-4800 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505 to arrange the lock inspection and cylinder replacement. Reference recall number 13V418 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy to be completed at no cost to the owner. For recall 13V418, Fastec coordinates the inspection and replaces affected lock cylinders free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is being trapped inside the trailer if the Fastec deadbolt jams. The interior side of the lock can jam too, leaving a person inside unable to exit without using the emergency exit and increasing injury risk.

What if I bought my Cimarron trailer used?

The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2006-2012 Cimarron SS, Ns, Ls, or Sw trailer is included, then call Cimarron or Fastec with recall number 13V418.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V418000
Cimarron customer service1-405-222-4800
NHTSA recall #13V418
NHTSA recall # (full)13V418000

Source documents

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 →