Thule, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16E053000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16E053000 by Thule, Inc.. Affecting sprint bicycle carriers, models 569/569000 and 528, manufactured december 1, 2013 through april 1, 2016 Includes 9,140 affected units, Rooftop Bike Carrier not Securing Properly, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelssprint bicycle carriers, models 569/569000 and 528, manufactured december 1, 2013 through april 1, 2016
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.