NHTSA Campaign 21E045000

EQUIPMENT

Issued by Thule, Inc. · Reported May 12, 2021 · 738 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Thule, Inc. (Thule) is recalling certain Thule Tepui Hybox Tepui Wedge part number 901110, Thule Tepui Hybox part number 901100, Tepui Hybox wedge part number 8001HB203, and Tepui Hybox part number 8001HB103 and 8001HB112 rooftop tents. The rooftop tent shell may crack at the point where the mounting rails attach and detach from the vehicle.

Consequence

A detached rooftop tent may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Thule will provide a refund or replacement rooftop tent, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Thule customer service at 1-855-216-7375.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
TEPUI HYBOX 738
TEPUI HYBOX WEDGE 738
THULE TEPUI HYBOX 738
THULE TEPUI HYBOX WEDGE 738

Source: NHTSA Campaign 21E045000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.