Thule Sprint Bike Carrier — Equipment: mechanical: carrier/rack
Published June 8, 2016 · Recall initiated: June 8, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E053000, published June 8, 2016. Recalling firm: Thule, Inc.; Thule Sprint Bike Carrier — Equipment: mechanical: carrier/rack.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- THULE
- Model
- SPRINT BIKE CARRIER
- Manufacturer
- Thule, Inc.
- Lot
- THULE SPRINT BIKE CARRIER
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Thule Sprint Bike Carrier — Equipment: mechanical: carrier/rack recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E053000 on June 8, 2016. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: THULE. Model: SPRINT BIKE CARRIER.