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Campaign 13V482 Posted October 17, 2013 4,212 units

2007-2013 Vintage Trailers Recall 13V482: Door Lock

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 13V482 affects 4,212 2007-2013 Vintage Cargo, Outlaw, Crystal, Bandit, Aero, and Intimidator trailers for Fastec deadbolt jams. Free cylinder replacement.

Vintage is recalling 4,212 2007-2013 Cargo, Outlaw, Crystal, Bandit, Aero, and Intimidator trailers equipped with Fastec-brand door locks because the key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the interior lock jams, a person 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 door lock on affected 2007-2013 Vintage Cargo, Outlaw, Crystal, Bandit, Aero, and Intimidator trailers uses a deadbolt to hold the entry door shut. The deadbolt is the metal locking piece that slides into the door frame when you turn the key. When it works correctly, the key turns the lock cylinder, moves the deadbolt, and then comes out only after the lock is in a normal position.

On these trailers, the Fastec-brand lock allows the key to come out in a position that jams the deadbolt. Once the deadbolt is jammed, the lock cylinder no longer moves the bolt the way it should. The door lock then fails as a release point, leaving the door unable to open normally from that lock.

There is no warning sign before failure. The problem happens during key removal, so the first sign is a deadbolt that will not retract when the key is turned again.

Who's affected?

Spans six Vintage trailer models across seven model years, all tied to the same latches/locks/linkages component.

2011 Vintage Cargo Latches/locks/linkages
2009 Vintage Outlaw Latches/locks/linkages
2011 Vintage Outlaw Latches/locks/linkages
2013 Vintage Outlaw Latches/locks/linkages
2009 Vintage Crystal Latches/locks/linkages
Units affected4,212

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.

What's the safety risk?

If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock can jam too. A person inside the travel trailer can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury. Schedule inspection and replacement promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Vintage dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2013 Vintage Cargo, Outlaw, Crystal, Bandit, Aero, or Intimidator trailer is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Vintage customer service at 1-800-233-5455 to arrange the free Fastec door-lock inspection and cylinder replacement that fixes the deadbolt-jam risk.
  3. Reference recall number 13V482 when you call, and ask how Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement.
  4. Bring the trailer keys and any owner notice to the inspection so the Fastec-brand door lock can be checked.
  5. Keep the emergency exit clear until the lock repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

At the repair visit, a Vintage technician inspects the Fastec door lock cylinders on the affected trailer doors. Fastec coordinates the work, and any lock cylinder that needs replacement is replaced free of charge. The record does not list a current remedy status, so confirm the repair path with Vintage before arranging service. The dealer repair will be free once available, and parts and labor are covered under the recall.

Timeline

October 17, 2013 NHTSA published the recall
December 13, 2013 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V482?

Recall 13V482 covers 4,212 2007-2013 Vintage Cargo, Outlaw, Crystal, Bandit, Aero, and Intimidator trailers equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. The key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt, which can trap a person inside and increase injury risk.

What should I do if my 2007-2013 Vintage Cargo, Outlaw, Crystal, Bandit, Aero, or Intimidator is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V482. If it is, contact Vintage at 1-800-233-5455 or ask a Vintage service location about the Fastec lock inspection and cylinder replacement. Reference recall number 13V482 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect to be repaired at no cost to the owner. For recall 13V482, Vintage owners receive a Fastec-coordinated inspection and cylinder replacement as needed, free of charge.

What is the safety risk with the Fastec door lock recall?

The risk is being locked inside the trailer if the deadbolt jams. NHTSA campaign 13V482 says the interior side of the door lock can also jam, leaving a person unable to exit without using the emergency exit and increasing injury risk.

What if I bought my Vintage trailer used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your exact trailer is included, then reference recall number 13V482 when you contact Vintage or a Vintage service location.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V482000
Vintage customer service1-800-233-5455
NHTSA recall #13V482
NHTSA recall # (full)13V482000

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 →