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🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 14V017📅 Jan 27, 2014

2011–2013 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition & 2011–2013 Hitchhiker Discover America + 1 more recall: door latches & locks

⚠️ What's 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.

💥 The 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.

🔧 The fix

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 fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
14V017000
Manufacturer
Nu Wa Industries, Inc.
Vehicles affected
264
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Owner phone
1-800-837-2505
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 3, 2014
Built
Aug 1, 2010 – Feb 28, 2013
Recall started by
ODI
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 14V017 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 14V017?

2011–2013 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition & 2011–2013 Hitchhiker Discover America + 1 more. 264 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Hitchhiker dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-837-2505.