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Campaign 13V522 Posted October 18, 2013 4,792 units

2006-2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer Recall 13V522: Door Lock Jam

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 13V522 affects 4,792 2006-2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer trailers for Fastec door locks that can jam. Repair is free at any franchised Mti dealer.

Mti is recalling 4,792 2006-2013 Enclosed Trailer models equipped with Fastec-brand door locks because the key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the interior lock jams with someone inside, that person can be trapped in the trailer and unable to exit; the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The door lock on the 2006-2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer is the latch and deadbolt assembly in the trailer door. Its normal job is simple: the key turns the lock cylinder, the latch releases for entry, and the deadbolt stays either locked or unlocked so the door opens from the proper side.

On affected trailers, the Fastec-brand lock can let the key come out in a position that leaves the deadbolt partly engaged. That wrong key position can jam the deadbolt inside the lock body instead of letting it move cleanly. Once jammed, the door lock does not respond as expected when the key is turned, so the door can stay locked even though the owner is trying to open it.

There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up when the key is removed in the wrong position and the deadbolt jams, so an owner first notices it as a door that will not unlock normally.

Who's affected?

Spans the 2006-2013 model years for Enclosed Trailer models, all tied to latches/locks/linkages.

2012 Mti Enclosed Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2009 Mti Enclosed Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2012 Rc Enclosed Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
2008 Rc Enclosed Trailer Latches/locks/linkages
Units affected4,792

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?

A jammed deadbolt can also jam the interior side of the door lock. If someone is inside the trailer, that person can be trapped and unable to exit, increasing the risk of injury. If the deadbolt jams, keep people out of the trailer until the lock is inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Mti dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer is included in this recall.
  2. Review the owner notice for this recall, which began on January 14, 2014, and reference recall number 13V522 when you contact Mti.
  3. Contact Mti at 1-574-825-9518 to confirm the free Fastec lock-cylinder inspection and replacement that fixes the deadbolt jam risk.
  4. Bring any recall notice or prior lock-service paperwork when the trailer is inspected.
  5. Avoid locking the trailer door while anyone is inside until the Fastec lock cylinders are inspected and replaced if needed.

What happens at the repair

For this Mti trailer recall, the source identifies a free inspection and cylinder replacement process, but the current remedy status is not listed. Fastec coordinates the lock cylinder inspection. Once the repair is open for your trailer, a Mti technician inspects the Fastec door lock cylinders and replaces any affected cylinders that need replacement. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Have your VIN or trailer information ready when you call the service desk so they can match the recall to the correct enclosed trailer.

Timeline

October 18, 2013 NHTSA published the recall
January 14, 2014 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V522?

Recall 13V522 covers 4,792 2006-2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer units equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. The door-lock deadbolt can jam after key removal, trapping someone inside the trailer. Fastec will coordinate inspection and cylinder replacement as needed for free.

What should I do if my 2006-2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V522. If it is, contact the manufacturer at 1-574-825-9518 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505 to arrange the lock inspection and cylinder replacement. 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 13V522 is a free Fastec door-lock cylinder inspection and replacement as needed. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is being trapped inside the trailer. If the deadbolt jams, the inside of the door lock can jam too, leaving a person inside unable to exit and increasing the risk of injury. The free remedy is lock inspection and cylinder replacement as needed.

What if I bought the trailer used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the trailer, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2006-2013 Mti Enclosed Trailer is included, then reference recall 13V522 when you call the manufacturer or Fastec.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V522000
Mti customer service1-574-825-9518
NHTSA recall #13V522
NHTSA recall # (full)13V522000

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 →