Recall 13V436000: 2006–2013 Chalet Alpine, 2006–2013 Chalet Arrowhead, 2006–2013 Chalet Aspen +4 more

Updated Oct 31, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Sep 17, 2013
Vehicles affected: 3,500
Models: 7
Initiated by: ODI

The problem

Chalet RV is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 TS116, 1860, 1865, Aspen, Alpine, Arrowhead, and XL A-frames, travel trailers, and truck campers manufactured January 1, 2006, through April 25, 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 travel 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

Chalet RV will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may contact Chalet RV at 1-541-791-4610 or Fastec 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.

Affected vehicles

2006 Chalet Alpine
2007 Chalet Alpine
2008 Chalet Alpine
2009 Chalet Alpine
2010 Chalet Alpine
2011 Chalet Alpine
2012 Chalet Alpine
2013 Chalet Alpine
2006 Chalet Arrowhead
2007 Chalet Arrowhead
2008 Chalet Arrowhead
2009 Chalet Arrowhead
2010 Chalet Arrowhead
2011 Chalet Arrowhead
2012 Chalet Arrowhead
2013 Chalet Arrowhead
2006 Chalet Aspen
2007 Chalet Aspen
2008 Chalet Aspen
2009 Chalet Aspen
2010 Chalet Aspen
2011 Chalet Aspen
2012 Chalet Aspen
2013 Chalet Aspen
2006 Chalet TS116
2007 Chalet TS116
2008 Chalet TS116
2009 Chalet TS116
2010 Chalet TS116
2011 Chalet TS116
2012 Chalet TS116
2013 Chalet TS116
2006 Chalet XL
2007 Chalet XL
2008 Chalet XL
2009 Chalet XL
2010 Chalet XL
2011 Chalet XL
2012 Chalet XL
2013 Chalet XL
2006 Takena 1860
2007 Takena 1860
2008 Takena 1860
2009 Takena 1860
2010 Takena 1860
2011 Takena 1860
2012 Takena 1860
2013 Takena 1860
2006 Takena 1865
2007 Takena 1865
2008 Takena 1865
2009 Takena 1865
2010 Takena 1865
2011 Takena 1865
2012 Takena 1865
2013 Takena 1865

Details

NHTSA campaign: 13V436000
Manufacturer: Chalet RV
Owner letters: Jan 10, 2014
Components: Latches/locks/linkages (Body & Structure)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology