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2011-2013 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition, Hitchhiker Discover America and others recall: latches/locks/linkages

Nu Wa Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 27, 2014. It covers about 264 vehicles.

vehicles affected
264
reported
Jan 27, 2014
owners notified
Mar 3, 2014

Latches/locks/linkages

What is wrong
Nu Wa Industries Inc. (Nu Wa) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Hitchhiker LS, Discover America and Champagne Edition fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured August 2010 through February 2013, and equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.
Risk
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
Nu Wa will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of March 2014. Owners may contact Nu Wa Industries at 1‑620‑431‑2088 or Fastec at 1‑800‑837‑2505.

Recall number 14V017000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 14V017000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2013 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition, Hitchhiker Discover America and others latches/locks/linkages?

Yes. Recall 14V017000, reported on January 27, 2014, covers about 264 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V017000?

Nu Wa will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of March 2014. Owners may contact Nu Wa Industries at 1‑620‑431‑2088 or Fastec at 1‑800‑837‑2505.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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