Columbia Northwest, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Columbia Northwest, Inc. in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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September 4, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable

Columbia Northwest, Inc. (Columbia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Aliner travel trailers, manufactured January 1, 2006, through April 25, 2013, and 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.

NHTSA ID: 13V399000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 4,565

Consequence Summary:

If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the travel 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.

Corrective Action:

Columbia will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2013. Owners may contact Columbia at 1-724-423-7440 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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August 1, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Possible Wheel Detachment

Columbia Northwest is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Somerset Niagara trailers manufactured January 2012 through July 2013 and equipped with 14" aluminum wheels and corresponding lug nuts. The aluminum wheels may disengage from the axle hub.

NHTSA ID: 13V333000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 66

Consequence Summary:

The loss of a wheel during transit can result in the loss of control of the trailer or the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the loose wheel becomes a road hazard.

Corrective Action:

Columbia Northwest will send each Niagara owner a new lug nut wrench to tighten down the lug nuts, free of charge. Columbia Northwest dealers can re-torque the wheels if the customer is not able to, at no charge. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Owners may contact Columbia Northwest at 1-724-423-7440.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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