Sportworks Northwest, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13E042000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13E042000 by Sportworks Northwest, Inc.. Affecting apex 3 bicycle racks designed for being mounted on transit buses Includes 444 affected units, Parts may Fall from Bicycle Rack, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

apex 3 bicycle racks designed for being mounted on transit buses

Defect Summary

Sportworks northwest, inc. (sportworks) is recalling certain apex 3 bicycle racks designed for being mounted on transit buses. in the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame. over time, the cracks may lead to separation of the latch tube and latch handle.

Corrective Action

Sportworks will notify owners and replace the frames under warranty, free of charge. the recall began on september 6, 2013. owners may contact sportworks at 1-888-861-0555 ext. 2.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13E042000
Manufacturer: Sportworks Northwest, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2013-08-02T00:00:00
Subject: Parts may fall from bicycle rack
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 444

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Sportworks northwest, inc. (sportworks) is recalling certain apex 3 bicycle racks designed for being mounted on transit buses. in the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame. over time, the cracks may lead to separation of the latch tube and latch handle.
Consequence Summary: If the latch handle and tube fall from the rack it would create a potential road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Sportworks will notify owners and replace the frames under warranty, free of charge. the recall began on september 6, 2013. owners may contact sportworks at 1-888-861-0555 ext. 2.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

Metadata

SID: row-keh8-bjyz~iuv8
NHTSA ID: 13E042000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
Updated Meta: N/A
Meta: { }
Recall Link: