TRAILEX 2006 TRAILEX CTE-80180 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2006 TRAILEX CTE-80180
Brand
TRAILEX
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2006
Trailex, Inc. is recalling certain 2006 TRAILEX CTE-80180 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 car trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unabl.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Trailex is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 CTE-80180, model year 2007-2013 CTE-80210 HD and model year 2013 CTE-84180 enclosed car trailers 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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the car trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Trailex will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began during December 2013. Owners may contact Trailex at 1-330-533-6814 or Fastec 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