MERHOW HORSE TRAIELRS 2013: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V601000

Make Model Year
MERHOW HORSE TRAIELRS 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2015-08-15 2015-09-25 2015-09-25

Production Dates: 2015-01-01 - 2015-04-30

Manufacturers Involved: Merhow Acquisition, LLC

Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 178

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Merhow Acquisition, LLC "Merhow" is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Horse Trailers equipped with a Fastec-brand door lock. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.

Consequence

If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Merhow has notified owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Merhow customer service at 1-269-483-0010, or Fastec customer service at 1-800-837-2505.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.