9999 YAKIMA FRONT LOADER Recall

Campaign:

11E017000 on 04/24/2011

Component:

Equipment:mechanical:carrier/rack

Affected:

9,644

Defect:

Yakima is recalling certain aftermarket front loader roof top bike racks, part number 8002103. on certain bicycle wheel sizes, there is a potential for the user to tighten the front hoops in a way that does not adequately secure the bicycle wheel. bicycle wheel sizes affected: 26", 29", and 700c.

Consequence:

If the bike is not adequately secured, the bike could be ejected on to the road, possibly causing property damage or a vehicle crash.

Correction:

Yakima will notify owners and replace the bike rack free of charge. the safety recall began on april 28, 2011. owners may contact yakima at 1-971-249-7503.

Notes:

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

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