NHTSA recall 13E042000 · Equipment
Equipment
Reported Aug 2, 2013444 vehicles affectedSportworks Northwest, Inc.Built Apr 8, 2013 – Apr 8, 2013
The defect
Sportworks Northwest, Inc. (Sportworks) is recalling certain Apex 3 bicycle racks designed for being mounted on transit buses. In the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame. Over time, the cracks may lead to separation of the latch tube and latch handle.
The risk
If the latch handle and tube fall from the rack it would create a potential road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Sportworks will notify owners and replace the frames under warranty, free of charge. The recall began on September 6, 2013. Owners may contact Sportworks at 1-888-861-0555 ext. 2.