NHTSA recall 08E013000 · Equipment
Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rack
Acura MDX and 2 more
Reported Feb 5, 20082,032 vehicles affectedHONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
The defect
Honda IS recalling 2,032 hitch style bike racks sold as aftermarket for use on my 2003-2007 and some my 2008 honda pilot, ridgeline, and acura MDX vehicles. a pinch bolt exists between the bike arm bracket and the upright assembly of the "hitch" style bicycle rack.
The risk
When moving the bike arm bracket to its down position, this pinch bolt has the potential of causing severe laceration or amputation to the user's fingertips or hand.
The remedy
Owners should contact thule at 800-thule91 (800-848-5391) to obtain a free repair kit along with repair instructions or owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura at 1-800-382-2238 for further information.