Yakima Products, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09E014000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09E014000 by Yakima Products, Inc.. Includes 2,186 affected units, AFTERMARKET TRUNK MOUNT BIKE RACKS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Yakima is recalling certain quickback 2, p/no. 8002621, and quickback 3, p/no. 8002622, trunk mounted bike racks manufactured between december 18, 2008 and january 28, 2009, sold for use as aftermarket equipment on various passenger vehicles. the top straps attaching the product to the vehicle may detach from the vehicle when one or more bicycles are mounted on the rack.
Corrective Action
Yakima will notify owners and offer a full refund or a comparable replacement product. the safety recall began on april 27, 2009. owners may contact yakima toll-free at 1-888-925-4621.