Recall 13V578 affects 268 2006-2013 Mirage Cargo Trailers with Fastec door locks that can trap occupants. Repair is free at franchised Mirage dealers.
Mirage is recalling 268 2006-2013 Cargo Trailers equipped with Fastec-brand door locks because the key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt. If the deadbolt jams, someone inside can be trapped and unable to exit, which increases the risk of injury; the Mirage dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Fastec door lock on 2006-2013 Mirage Cargo Trailers is the lockset that secures the trailer door. When it works correctly, the key cylinder moves the latch and deadbolt so the door opens, closes, and locks from the handle. The deadbolt is supposed to travel cleanly between locked and unlocked positions.
On affected trailers, the key can come out of the lock at the wrong point in the turn. That leaves the deadbolt jammed instead of fully retracted or fully locked. Once the deadbolt is jammed, the lock mechanism no longer moves normally, and the door lock does not respond the way it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem shows up when the key is removed and the deadbolt jams, leaving the owner with a lock that does not operate correctly.
Who's affected?
Spans 8 model years, all tied to the same latches/locks/linkages component.
| 2009 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
|---|---|
| 2007 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2013 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2008 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2010 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2012 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2006 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| 2011 Mirage Cargo Trailers | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Units affected | 268 |
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 inside door lock. Someone inside the travel trailer can be trapped and unable to exit, which increases the risk of injury, especially if they need to leave quickly. Check the lock operation and arrange the recall repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Mirage dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2013 Mirage Cargo Trailers is included in this recall.
- Contact Mirage customer service to confirm current repair handling for the Fastec door-lock cylinder inspection and replacement.
- Ask whether Fastec or Mirage will handle the free lock-cylinder repair that fixes the deadbolt jamming risk.
- Reference recall number 13V578 when you call.
- Avoid using the trailer until the door lock is inspected if the deadbolt sticks, jams, or traps the key.
What happens at the repair
Mirage's filing says owners were notified and Fastec coordinated the inspection and replacement of the affected door lock cylinders, as needed, free of charge. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this source, confirm the repair path before bringing in the trailer. Once the dealer repair is available for your VIN, a Mirage technician inspects the Fastec door lock assembly and replaces the cylinder when the deadbolt can jam. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| November 20, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 13, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V578?
Recall 13V578 covers 268 2006-2013 Mirage Cargo Trailers equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. The key can be removed in a way that jams the deadbolt, which can also jam the interior side of the lock and trap a person inside.
What should I do if my 2006-2013 Mirage Cargo Trailers is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 13V578. If it is, contact Mirage or Fastec to arrange the lock inspection and cylinder replacement as needed. Reference recall number 13V578 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy at no cost, and Mirage says Fastec will coordinate the inspection and cylinder replacement as needed free of charge. The recall began on December 13, 2013.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is being locked inside the trailer. If the Fastec deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock can jam too, leaving a person inside unable to exit and increasing the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Mirage cargo trailer used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Mirage trailer is included, then contact Mirage or Fastec and reference recall number 13V578.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V578000 |
|---|---|
| Mirage customer service | 1-208-461-7776 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V578 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V578000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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 →