Master Lock Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock 1480DAT Key Will Not Go In Or Turn

Question:

I have the # 1480DAT lock I cant even get the key to go in, never mind turn it. I have soaked it in PB Blaster for 24 hours, no joy. It has been on about a year. Seems unreasonable to have froze up in 12 months.

asked by: Steven M

Expert Reply:

Hey Steven, I too would really hope that a lock like the # 1480DAT from the Master Lock brand would last longer than 12 months. My only suggestion would be to maybe try some WD-40 and a small wire brush to see if you can get any to penetrate the inside of the lock. If possible, rotate the lock so that gravity will also help the WD-40 get down into the core.

If all of that fails, this lock does come with a lifetime warranty. If you contact customer service they can help get a replacement out to you. You would have to cut the old lock off, or drill out the lock core, but if it is stuck there is really no other option.

expert reply by: Jesse M