Masterlock Co. | NHTSA Recall #05E043000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05E043000 by Masterlock Co.. Includes 2,109 affected units, BIKE CARRIER CAN FALL OFF THE VEHICLE, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain masterlock bike carriers, model 2868at, sold from january 6 and july 8, 2005. the bike carrier have a vertical support tube connected to a horizontal tube with a pin. the vertical support tube may break in the area where the pin goes through the tube. if the vertical support tube breaks, the car carrier may disengage from the vehicle, and the bicycles can fall onto the roadway. this recall does not apply to product number 2868at bike carriers sold in 2004. the 2004 model bike carrier does not have a gusset and has three tightening knobs. the 2005 model - the version which is the subject of this recall - has a gusset and two tightening knobs.

Corrective Action

Masterlock will replace the bike rack with an improved rack. masterlock will recall the product and reimburse consumers. customers are to return the carrier to the place of purchase for a full refund. the recall began july 25, 2005. owners may contact masterlock at 800-308-9244.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05E043000

Manufacturer: Masterlock Co.

Report Received Date: 2005-07-15T00:00:00

Subject: Bike carrier can fall off the vehicle

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 2,109

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Certain masterlock bike carriers, model 2868at, sold from january 6 and july 8, 2005. the bike carrier have a vertical support tube connected to a horizontal tube with a pin. the vertical support tube may break in the area where the pin goes through the tube. if the vertical support tube breaks, the car carrier may disengage from the vehicle, and the bicycles can fall onto the roadway. this recall does not apply to product number 2868at bike carriers sold in 2004. the 2004 model bike carrier does not have a gusset and has three tightening knobs. the 2005 model - the version which is the subject of this recall - has a gusset and two tightening knobs.

Consequence Summary: This condition could result in a vehicle crash or possible injury to pedestrians nearby.

Corrective Action: Masterlock will replace the bike rack with an improved rack. masterlock will recall the product and reimburse consumers. customers are to return the carrier to the place of purchase for a full refund. the recall began july 25, 2005. owners may contact masterlock at 800-308-9244.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 05E043000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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