Recall 13V533 covers 215 2006-2013 Trailex CTE-80180, CTE-80210 Hd, and CTE-84180 trailers for jamming Fastec door locks. Free lock-cylinder replacement.
Trailex is recalling 215 2006-2013 CTE-80180, CTE-80210 Hd, and CTE-84180 enclosed car trailers equipped with Fastec-brand door locks because the key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the lock jams, a person inside can be trapped and unable to 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 affected 2006-2013 Trailex CTE-80180, CTE-80210 Hd, and CTE-84180 enclosed car trailers is the lockset for the trailer door. Its deadbolt is supposed to slide into the locked position when you turn the key, then retract cleanly when you unlock it. The key should only come out when the lock is in a safe, usable position.
On these trailers, the key can be removed in a way that leaves the lock mechanism out of position. That can jam the deadbolt instead of letting it move normally. Once the deadbolt is jammed, the door lock is no longer working the way the trailer owner expects when locking or unlocking the enclosed trailer.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is tied to how the key comes out of the Fastec-brand lock, so an owner does not get a separate light, sound, or visible damage before the deadbolt jams.
Who's affected?
Spans three Trailex trailer models across the 2006-2013 model years, all tied to the same latches/locks/linkages component.
| 2006 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
|---|---|
| 2013 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2012 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2011 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2010 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2009 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2007 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2013 Trailex CTE-80210 Hd | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2012 Trailex CTE-80210 Hd | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2010 Trailex CTE-80210 Hd | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2007 Trailex CTE-80210 Hd | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2013 Trailex CTE-84180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2008 Trailex CTE-80180 | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2009 Trailex CTE-80210 Hd | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2011 Trailex CTE-80210 Hd | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2008 Trailex CTE-80210 Hd | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Units affected | 215 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A jammed deadbolt can trap someone inside the car trailer because the interior side of the lock can jam too, leaving that person unable to exit and increasing the risk of injury. Keep people out of the trailer until the lock is inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Trailex dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2013 Trailex CTE-80180, CTE-80210 Hd, or CTE-84180 trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Trailex at 1-330-533-6814 to confirm the inspection path for the Fastec door-lock cylinder recall.
- Schedule the free Fastec door-lock cylinder inspection and replacement so the trailer door does not jam with someone inside.
- Bring the recall notice if Trailex sent one. If not, reference recall number 13V533 when you call.
- Avoid locking someone inside the trailer until the Fastec door-lock cylinder inspection and repair are complete.
What happens at the repair
Because this input does not list the remedy as available, treat the dealer process as not open until Trailex confirms it for your VIN. The source says Trailex notified owners and Fastec coordinated inspection and replacement of the affected door lock cylinders. Once the repair is open for your trailer, a Trailex technician or Fastec coordinated service point inspects the lock cylinders and replaces affected cylinders as needed. The final dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| October 23, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 10, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V533?
Recall 13V533 covers 215 2006-2013 Trailex CTE-80180, CTE-80210 Hd, and CTE-84180 enclosed car trailers with Fastec-brand door locks. The deadbolt can jam after key removal, trapping someone inside the trailer. Trailex and Fastec inspect and replace affected lock cylinders for free.
What should I do if my 2006-2013 Trailex CTE-80180, CTE-80210 Hd, or CTE-84180 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V533. If it is, contact Trailex at 1-330-533-6814 or a franchised Trailex service contact and reference recall 13V533. Fastec coordinates inspection and lock-cylinder replacement when needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says Fastec coordinates inspection and replacement of affected cylinders free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 13V533.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is entrapment inside the enclosed trailer. If the deadbolt jams, the inside door lock can jam too, leaving a person inside unable to exit and increasing the risk of injury. Confirm the VIN before using the trailer in a way that places anyone inside.
What if I bought my Trailex trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the trailer, not the first owner. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your trailer is included, then reference recall 13V533 when you contact Trailex or the service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V533000 |
|---|---|
| Trailex customer service | 1-330-533-6814 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V533 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V533000 |
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 →