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PRO Series Equipment recall

Recalled April 25, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13E021000 · PRO Series

Hazard
Torn cradles could allow a bike to disengage from the carrier. If a bike disengages from the carrier it may fall onto the roadway, creating a hazard for other vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cequent will replace the dealer inventory and customers will receive a repair kit free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2013. Customers may contact Cequent at 1-800-931-6689.
Units
2,330 units

Description

Cequent Performance Products, Inc. (Cequent) is recalling certain Pro Series Translite Bike Racks, Part No. 63144, manufactured from October 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012. The bike rack cradles may tear if excessive force is applied to the cradle straps.

What to do

Cequent will replace the dealer inventory and customers will receive a repair kit free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2013. Customers may contact Cequent at 1-800-931-6689.

Product
PRO Series TRANSLITE BIKE RACK
Manufacturer(s)
Cequent Performance Products, Inc.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov