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Campaign 13V513 Posted October 17, 2013 10 units

2006-2013 Platinum Horse Trailer Recall 13V513: Door Lock

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 13V513 covers 10 2006-2013 Platinum Horse Trailer trailers with Fastec door locks that can trap occupants inside. Repair will be free once available.

Platinum is recalling 10 2006-2013 Horse Trailer models with living quarters because the Fastec-brand door lock can jam when the key is removed, locking the deadbolt. If the interior lock jams, someone inside can be unable to exit without the emergency exit, increasing injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The Fastec-brand door lock on the 2006-2013 Platinum Horse Trailer living-quarters door is the hardware that lets the door latch closed and lock from the outside. The key cylinder turns the lock, and the deadbolt is the solid metal bolt that slides into the door frame to secure the entry door.

On affected trailers, the key can be pulled out of the lock in a position that leaves the deadbolt stuck. Once the deadbolt jams, the door does not unlock or open the way it should. That leaves the living-quarters entry door blocked until the lock is freed or repaired.

There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up when the key is removed and the deadbolt jams, so a lock that worked normally before the trip still needs the recall repair if the VIN is included.

Who's affected?

Spans Platinum, 4-Star, and Hart Horse Trailer builds across the 2006-2013 model years, all tied to the same latches/locks/linkages component.

2008 Platinum Horse Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2008 4-Star Horse Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2013 4-Star Horse Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2008 Hart Horse Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2010 Hart Horse Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
Units affected10

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 inside lock can jam too. A person inside the trailer can be locked in and forced to use the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury. Keep the emergency exit clear and take any sticking lock seriously. Repair will be free at any franchised Platinum dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2013 Platinum Horse Trailer is included in this recall.
  2. Look for the owner letter mailed for this recall, then contact Platinum customer service for current repair instructions.
  3. Schedule the free Fastec door-lock inspection and cylinder replacement if needed; the repair fixes the deadbolt jam that can trap someone inside.
  4. Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 13V513 when you call.
  5. Keep the emergency exit clear until the lock inspection or repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

Once the repair opens, the dealer process is an inspection of the Fastec door lock cylinders on the living quarters trailer doors. A Platinum technician, working with Fastec coordination, will replace the affected cylinders if the inspection shows replacement is needed. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. This campaign does not list an available final dealer repair yet, so the final repair remains pending until Platinum or Fastec confirms availability for your VIN.

Timeline

October 17, 2013 NHTSA published the recall
May 23, 2014 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V513?

Recall 13V513 covers 10 2006-2013 Platinum Horse Trailer units with Fastec-brand door locks. The key can come out in a position that jams the deadbolt, which can trap a person inside the trailer and increase injury risk if they need to exit.

What should I do if my 2006-2013 Platinum Horse Trailer is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V513. If it is, contact a franchised Platinum dealer or call the manufacturer phone line at 1-254-968-5733. Ask for the Fastec lock-cylinder inspection and replacement instructions.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair to be performed at no cost. For recall 13V513, Fastec coordinates the inspection and replacement of the lock cylinders as needed, free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is being locked inside the trailer if the deadbolt jams. The interior side of the lock can jam as well, forcing a person inside to use the emergency exit and increasing the risk of injury.

What if I bought this horse trailer used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2006-2013 Platinum Horse Trailer is included, then reference recall 13V513 when you contact the dealer or manufacturer phone line.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V513000
Platinum customer service1-254-968-5733
NHTSA recall #13V513
NHTSA recall # (full)13V513000

Source documents

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