Recall 13V427 affects 967 2009-2012 Adventurer Truck Camper vehicles for Fastec door locks that can jam the deadbolt. Fastec coordinates free cylinder inspection and replacement.
Adventurer is recalling 967 2009-2012 Truck Camper units equipped with Fastec-brand door locks because the key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the interior lock jams too, someone inside can be trapped and forced to use the emergency exit, which increases the risk of injury; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The entry door lock on the 2009-2012 Adventurer Truck Camper is a Fastec-brand latch and deadbolt assembly. It lets the door latch for normal closing and adds a deadbolt when the camper is locked for travel, storage, or sleeping inside.
On affected campers, the key can be removed from the lock in a way that leaves the deadbolt mechanism out of position. When that happens, the deadbolt can jam instead of moving cleanly between locked and unlocked. The problem is in the door lock operation, not the truck camper body or door frame.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner first notices the problem when the key or deadbolt does not operate normally, or when the door lock will not move through its full travel.
Who's affected?
Spans 4 model years for one Truck Camper line, all tied to the same latches/locks/linkages component.
| 2012 Adventurer Truck Camper | Latches/locks/linkages |
|---|---|
| 2009 Adventurer Truck Camper | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2010 Adventurer Truck Camper | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2011 Adventurer Truck Camper | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Units affected | 967 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The risk is entrapment inside the trailer if the deadbolt jams. The interior side of the lock can jam too, leaving a person unable to exit through the door and forcing use of the emergency exit, which increases injury risk. Confirm the recall work before using the lock on trips. Repair will be free at any franchised Adventurer dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2012 Adventurer Truck Camper is included in this recall.
- Watch for Adventurer or Fastec owner instructions if you have not received a recall notice.
- Call Adventurer customer service at 1-505-895-7064 and reference recall number 13V427 when you ask about the free Fastec door-lock repair.
- Schedule the Fastec door-lock cylinder inspection and replacement that prevents the deadbolt from jamming and trapping someone inside.
- Keep the emergency exit clear until the lock repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Adventurer's remedy calls for owners to be notified, then Fastec coordinates inspection of the Fastec door lock cylinders. At the service appointment, an Adventurer technician checks the lock cylinder for the condition that can jam the deadbolt and replaces affected cylinders free of charge. The final dealer repair is free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Use the campaign number when you contact the service desk so they can match the truck camper to the correct door lock inspection.
Timeline
| September 13, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 31, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V427?
Recall 13V427 covers 967 2009-2012 Adventurer Truck Camper units with a Fastec-brand door lock that can jam the deadbolt after the key is removed. If the interior side also jams, a person inside can be trapped and forced to use the emergency exit. Fastec will inspect and replace cylinders for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2012 Adventurer Truck Camper is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific camper is included in recall 13V427. If it is, contact Adventurer or Fastec to arrange the door-lock inspection and cylinder replacement. Reference recall 13V427 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Adventurer's remedy says Fastec will coordinate the inspection and cylinder replacement as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is being locked inside the camper if the deadbolt jams and the interior side of the door lock jams too. A trapped occupant has to use the emergency exit, which increases the risk of injury.
When did this recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on October 31, 2013. Adventurer's remedy says Fastec coordinates the inspection and replacement of the lock cylinders as needed. Owners can contact Adventurer at 1-505-895-7064 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V427000 |
|---|---|
| Adventurer customer service | 1-505-895-7064 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V427 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V427000 |
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 →