Recall 13V432 affects 106 2008-2013 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers with Fastec door locks that jam. Inspection and needed cylinder replacement are free.
Cowtown Sleepers is recalling 106 2008-2013 Truck Sleepers with Fastec-brand door locks because the key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. The jammed lock can trap a person inside unless they use the emergency exit and raise the risk of injury; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The door lock on the 2008-2013 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers is the latch and deadbolt assembly that secures the sleeper door when the key is turned. The latch holds the door shut during normal use, and the deadbolt adds a locked position so the door cannot be opened from outside without the key.
These truck sleepers use Fastec-brand door locks. In affected locks, the key can be removed in a position that leaves the deadbolt out of place. That position can jam the deadbolt inside the lock body, so the lock does not move normally when the key or handle is used.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem appears when the key comes out the wrong way and the deadbolt jams, which means the door lock can stop working normally without an earlier noise, light, or other signal.
Who's affected?
Covers one Truck Sleepers model across the 2008-2013 model years, all tied to the same latches/locks/linkages component.
| 2008 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers | Latches/locks/linkages |
|---|---|
| 2012 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2011 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2010 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2013 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2009 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Units affected | 106 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the deadbolt jams, the inside door lock can jam too. Someone inside the travel trailer can be trapped and forced to use the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury. Treat any sticking lock as a reason to stop using that door until it is inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Cowtown Sleepers dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2013 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers unit is included in this recall.
- Contact Cowtown Sleepers to confirm the Fastec door-lock inspection and cylinder replacement process.
- Ask about the free lock-cylinder replacement that fixes the deadbolt jam risk and helps keep the door from trapping someone inside.
- Bring the recall notice if Cowtown Sleepers mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V432 when you call.
- Keep the emergency exit clear until the lock inspection and repair are complete.
What happens at the repair
The filing does not confirm current repair availability. Once the repair is available, a Cowtown Sleepers technician inspects the Fastec-brand door lock cylinders on the truck sleeper, and Fastec coordinates cylinder replacement when replacement is needed. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If your VIN is included, ask the service desk to confirm the inspection path and whether Fastec handles parts coordination before you bring the truck sleeper in.
Timeline
| September 16, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 4, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V432?
Recall 13V432 covers 106 2008-2013 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. The key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt, and Cowtown Sleepers will have the lock cylinders inspected and replaced as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2013 Cowtown Sleepers Truck Sleepers is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific sleeper is included in recall 13V432. If it is, contact Cowtown Sleepers or a franchised service location for the Fastec lock-cylinder inspection and replacement. Reference recall 13V432 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 13V432 is inspection and replacement of the affected Fastec lock cylinders as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is entrapment. If the deadbolt jams, the inside of the door lock can jam too. A person inside the sleeper can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V432000 |
|---|---|
| Cowtown Sleepers customer service | 1-817-293-9100 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V432 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V432000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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 →