Interior side door lock may become inoperable
Defect Summary
Fastec industrial corp. (fic) is recalling certain model 43610, 40610, and 44610 door locks manufactured between january 2006 and april 2013 with a keyed paddle handle and deadbolt for use in recreational vehicles. it may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt in locks with certain key codes.
Safety Consequence
If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. a person inside the recreational vehicle 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.
Corrective Action
Fic will notify the original equipment door and recreational vehicle manufacturers and the consumers of record and instruct them on how to determine whether they have a defective lock. consumers of record will be sent replacement cylinders with instructions, free of charge. the vehicle manufacturers will notify their consumers. the recall began in september 2013. owners may contact fic at 1-800-837-2505.
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FAQ: Recall 13E039000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13E039000?
NHTSA recall 13E039000 was issued by Fastec Industrial Corp. on July 12, 2013. It addresses: Interior side door lock may become inoperable. The recall affects approximately 2,864,670 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Fastec Industrial Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13E039000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.