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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13E028000

Yakima Whispbar — Equipment

Published May 24, 2013 · Recall initiated: May 23, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13E028000, published May 24, 2013 and initiated May 23, 2013. Recalling firm: Yakima Products, Inc.; Yakima Whispbar — Equipment.

What's the hazard

Yakima Products, Inc. (Yakima) is recalling certain Whispbar rack systems. The fitting kits (part numbers K558, K393, K421, K491, K422, K543 , K480 & K508) for Infiniti G-sedans (07-13), Audi Q7, A3/A4/A6 Wagons, Kia Sportage, Toyota Matrix (2009-2013), and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles do not properly fit the roofline or raised rail of the vehicle.

What to do

Yakima will notify owners and instruct them to return the parts to a Yakima dealer for a replacement Yakima rack system or for a refund of the customers money. The recall began on June 7, 2013. Owners may contact Yakima customer service at 1-888-925-4621 or Fitkitrecall@Whispbar.com.

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Recall details

Brand
YAKIMA
Model
WHISPBAR
Manufacturer
Yakima Products, Inc.
Lot
YAKIMA WHISPBAR
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Yakima Whispbar — Equipment recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13E028000 on May 24, 2013. Reported hazard: Yakima Products, Inc. (Yakima) is recalling certain Whispbar rack systems. The fitting kits (part numbers K558, K393, K421, K491, K422, K543 , K480 & K508) for Infiniti G-sedans (07-13), Audi Q7, A3/A4/A6 Wagons, Kia Sportage, Toyota Matrix (2009-2013), and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles do not properly fit the roofline or raised rail of the vehicle.

What should I do if I have this product?

Yakima will notify owners and instruct them to return the parts to a Yakima dealer for a replacement Yakima rack system or for a refund of the customers money. The recall began on June 7, 2013. Owners may contact Yakima customer service at 1-888-925-4621 or Fitkitrecall@Whispbar.com.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: YAKIMA. Model: WHISPBAR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)