MERHOW 2009 MERHOW HORSE TRAIELRS Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2009 MERHOW HORSE TRAIELRS
Brand
MERHOW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2009
Merhow Acquisition, LLC is recalling certain 2009 MERHOW HORSE TRAIELRS vehicles due to latches/locks/linkages issues. 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.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Merhow Acquisition, LLC (Merhow) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Horse Trailers equipped with a Fastec-brand door lock. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Merhow has notified owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Merhow customer service at 1-269-483-0010, or Fastec customer service at 1-800-837-2505.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026