Recall 13V419 affects 2 2007 Lakota 4HSLGN6 and 3HSLBP travel trailers for a Fastec deadbolt jam. Inspection and cylinder replacement are free.
Lakota is recalling 2 2007 4HSLGN6 and 3HSLBP travel trailers equipped with Fastec door locks because the key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the interior lock jams, someone inside can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2007 Lakota 4HSLGN6 and 3HSLBP travel trailers use a Fastec-brand door lock with a deadbolt built into the entry door hardware. The latch holds the door closed for normal use, and the deadbolt is the separate locking piece that slides into the door frame when the key is turned. When it works correctly, the key turns the deadbolt in and out without leaving the bolt stuck.
On these trailers, the key can be pulled out of the lock in a position that leaves the deadbolt mechanism jammed. That means the lock cylinder and the deadbolt no longer line up the way they should. If the bolt jams, the entry door can stay locked when you expect it to open.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is tied to the lock position when the key is removed, not to a visible crack, noise, or wear mark on the door.
Who's affected?
The recall list is limited to two trailer models with the same latches/locks/linkages component.
| 2007 Lakota 4HSLGN6 | Latches/locks/linkages |
|---|---|
| 2007 Lakota 3HSLBP | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Units affected | 2 |
A matching 2007 Lakota trailer 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 inside lock can jam too, trapping someone inside the travel trailer until they use the emergency exit. That raises the risk of injury during an exit. Keep the emergency exit clear and ask the dealer about the recall inspection. Repair will be free at any franchised Lakota dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007 Lakota 4HSLGN6 or 3HSLBP travel trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Lakota customer service to confirm the current free repair instructions for the Fastec door-lock issue.
- Ask about the door-lock cylinder inspection and replacement that fixes the deadbolt jam risk.
- Reference recall number 13V419 and Lakota recall EQ 13-006 when you call.
- Keep the emergency exit accessible until the lock inspection or replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
Lakota notified owners beginning October 31, 2013. The repair path is an inspection of the Fastec door lock cylinders, with Fastec coordinating cylinder replacement as needed. At the dealer, a Lakota technician confirms whether the lock cylinders are covered by the recall and replaces the affected cylinders if required. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. For coordination, Lakota lists 1-574-848-1636 and Fastec lists 1-800-837-2505.
Timeline
| September 12, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 31, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V419?
Recall 13V419 covers 2 2007 Lakota 4HSLGN6 and 3HSLBP travel trailers equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. The lock cylinder can jam the deadbolt and trap someone inside, requiring the emergency exit. Fastec will inspect and replace affected cylinders for free.
What should I do if my 2007 Lakota 4HSLGN6 or 3HSLBP is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 13V419. If it is, contact Lakota or Fastec and reference Lakota recall number EQ 13-006. Fastec coordinates the door-lock inspection and cylinder replacement at no cost.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 13V419 states that Fastec will coordinate inspection and cylinder replacement free of charge for affected Lakota travel trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is being locked inside the travel trailer if the deadbolt jams. When the interior side of the door lock jams too, a person inside has to use the emergency exit, which increases the risk of injury.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V419000 |
|---|---|
| Lakota customer service | 1-574-848-1636 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V419 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V419000 |
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 →