Recall 14V017000: 2011–2013 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition, 2011–2013 Hitchhiker Discover America, 2011–2013 Hitchhiker LS

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jan 27, 2014
Vehicles affected
264
Models
3
Initiated by
ODI

The problem

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.

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

  • 2011 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition
  • 2012 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition
  • 2013 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition
  • 2011 Hitchhiker Discover America
  • 2012 Hitchhiker Discover America
  • 2013 Hitchhiker Discover America
  • 2011 Hitchhiker LS
  • 2012 Hitchhiker LS
  • 2013 Hitchhiker LS

Details

NHTSA campaign
14V017000
Manufacturer
Nu Wa Industries, Inc.
Owner letters
Mar 3, 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