2011–2013 Hitchhiker Champagne Edition, 2011–2013 Hitchhiker Discover America, 2011–2013 Hitchhiker LS Recall: It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that…
NHTSA campaign 14V017000 · Latches/locks/linkages · filed Jan 27, 2014 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
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
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Hitchhiker | Champagne Edition | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hitchhiker | Discover America | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Hitchhiker | LS | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 14V017000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.