The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·10E023000·Announced 2010-06-15

Yakima Flipside Hitch Mount Bicycle Carriers Recalled for Hinge Defect

Yakima is recalling certain Flipside hitch mount bicycle carriers because an incorrectly installed pivot bushing could cause the mast to fold unexpectedly, potentially resulting in property damage or personal injury.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, and the potential consequence includes personal injury or property damage, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Yakima Products, Inc. is recalling certain model Flipside hitch mount bicycle carriers, part number 8002426, sold as aftermarket equipment for use on various vehicles. The Flipside carrier features a mast that can be lowered to the side of the vehicle to allow access to the trunk, hatch, or truck bed.

The recall is being issued because the pivot bushing in the hinge area, which allows the mast to lower, was installed incorrectly. This defect could cause the mast to fold unexpectedly, possibly resulting in property damage or personal injury.

Yakima will notify owners and provide a repair kit free of charge. The safety recall began on June 18, 2010. Owners may contact Yakima at 1-888-925-4621 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
YAKIMA PRODUCTS, INC.
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycle Carrier
Hazard
Affected units
721

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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