Defect Description For Recall
Hyundai Is Recalling 185 Aftermarket Expressway 996 (P/N 00285-03000) And Expressway 995 (P/N 00285-03001) Hitch Style Bike Racks Received From Thule, Inc. In January And February 2005. A Pinch Bolt Exists Between The Bike Arm Bracket And The Upright Assembly Of The “Hitch” Style Bicycle Rack.
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI
Model Of Vehicle
EXPRESSWAY 995
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
08E006000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
When Moving The Bike Arm Bracket To Its Down Position, This Pinch Bolt Has The Potential Of Causing Severe Laceration Or Amputation To The User’S Fingertips Or Hand.
Fix Defect
Thule Will Provide A Repair Kit And InstruCTIons To Owners Of These Bicycle Racks. Owners Should Contact Thule At 800-Thule91 (800-848-5391) To Obtain A Free Repair Kit Along With Repair InstruCTIons Or Owners Can Contact Hyundai At 734-337-9499 For Further Information.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
185
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20080123
Make Campaign Number
81