THULE SPRINT BIKE CARRIER 9999: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16E053000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| THULE | SPRINT BIKE CARRIER | NO YEAR |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-06-06 | 2016-06-08 | 2016-06-08 |
Production Dates: 2013-12-01 - 2016-04-01
Manufacturers Involved: Thule, Inc.
Component: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 9140
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Thule "Thule Inc." is recalling certain Sprint bicycle carriers, models 569/569000 and 528, manufactured December 1, 2013 through April 1, 2016. The fork clamping mechanism may not properly secure the bike fork to the carrier, allowing the bike to detach from the vehicle.
If the bike detaches from the vehicle while it is being driven, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Thule has notified the registered owners, and dealers will exchange the affected bicycle carriers for an improved replacement carrier, free of charge. Consumers are advised not to use the existing carriers. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact Thule's customer service at 1-844-361-8939.
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.
