Recall 13V462 affects 36,272 2006-2013 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer trailers with Fastec door-lock deadbolts that jam. Cargo Craft and Fastec coordinate free replacement.
Cargo Craft is recalling 36,272 2006-2013 Cargo Trailer vehicles because Fastec-brand door locks can jam the deadbolt when the key is removed a certain way. If the deadbolt jams, someone inside can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit, raising injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The door lock on a 2006-2013 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer is the latch and deadbolt assembly that secures the trailer door when it is closed. The latch holds the door in place for normal use, and the deadbolt adds a locked position when the key is turned. The lock has to move cleanly between locked and unlocked positions so the door opens when the key is used.
On affected trailers, the Fastec-brand lock can let the key come out in the wrong position. When that happens, the deadbolt can jam instead of retracting. The failure is inside the lock mechanism, so forcing the handle does not address the part that is stuck.
There is no warning sign before failure. The lock can work normally until the key is removed in the position that jams the deadbolt. If the door does not unlock or the deadbolt feels stuck, describe it to the dealer as a Fastec door-lock deadbolt jam under recall 13V462.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2006-2013 model years with one model and one listed component.
| 2013 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
|---|---|
| 2012 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2010 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2011 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2009 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2008 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2007 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2006 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Units affected | 36,272 |
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?
If the deadbolt jams, the inside door lock can jam too, trapping someone inside the travel trailer unless they use the emergency exit. That delay increases the risk of injury. Keep the emergency exit clear until the lock is inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Cargo Craft dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2013 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer is included in this recall.
- Watch for instructions from Cargo Craft or Fastec before scheduling the Fastec door-lock-cylinder inspection and replacement that fixes the deadbolt jam risk.
- Call Cargo Craft at 1-912-359-2343 with questions and reference recall number 13V462.
- Keep the emergency exit clear and usable until the lock cylinders are inspected or replaced.
- Bring the recall notice to the service appointment if Cargo Craft has mailed one.
What happens at the repair
Cargo Craft and Fastec handle this repair together. Because the remedy status is not listed as available, confirm parts and inspection handling with Cargo Craft before arranging service. Once the repair is open, the service team inspects the Fastec door lock cylinders and replaces any cylinders that need replacement. The recall repair is free, including covered parts and labor. Owner notices were expected by the end of December 2013. The filing lists Cargo Craft at 1-912-359-2343 and Fastec at 1-800-837-2505 for recall questions.
Timeline
| September 23, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V462?
Recall 13V462 covers 36,272 2006-2013 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer units equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. The key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt, which can trap a person inside if the interior lock jams too.
What should I do if my 2006-2013 Cargo Craft Cargo Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V462. If it is, contact Cargo Craft at 1-912-359-2343 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505 and ask for the Fastec lock cylinder inspection and replacement.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. The recall remedy calls for Fastec to coordinate inspection and replacement of the lock cylinders, as needed, free of charge. Keep the recall number, 13V462, handy when you call Cargo Craft or Fastec.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is being trapped inside the trailer if the deadbolt jams and the interior side of the door lock jams too. A person inside would need to use the emergency exit, which increases the risk of injury.
What if I bought the Cargo Craft trailer used?
The free recall remedy still applies to an included trailer. Used owners often miss mailed recall notices, so check your VIN first, then call Cargo Craft or Fastec with recall 13V462 and ask whether the lock cylinder work is still open.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V462000 |
|---|---|
| Cargo Craft customer service | 1-912-359-2343 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V462 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V462000 |
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 →