NHTSA Campaign 18E038000

EQUIPMENT

Issued by Yakima Products, Inc. · Reported May 31, 2018 · 3,184 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Yakima Products, Inc. (Yakima) is recalling certain HoldUp Evo hitch-mounted bike racks, part number 802479-2482. The rear tire tray may separate from the bike rack while the vehicle is moving.

Consequence

If the rear wheel tray separates from the bike rack while a bicycle is attached to it, the rear bicycle wheel may drag on the road while the vehicle is moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Yakima has notified owners, and will provide owners with a repair kit that will secure the rear bicycle wheel rear tray, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2018. Owners may contact Yakima customer service at 1-888-266-3085. Yakima's number for this recall is HU2018.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
YAKIMA HOLDUP EVO BIKE RACK 3,184

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18E038000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.