Rockymounts Bike Rack-monorail 1 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 1, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

RockyMounts, Inc. recalls Rockymounts — 4 models

Recall number

18E011000

Brand / firm

Rockymounts

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 565 units

Why it was recalled

If a portion of the rack and the attached bicycles separate from the vehicle, they can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

RockyMounts, Inc. (RockyMounts) is recalling certain Split Rail 1.25" bicycle racks, part number 11300, MonoRail 2" bicycle racks, part number 10004, SplitRail 2" bicycle racks, part number 11400, and MonoRail 1.25" bicycle racks, part number 10003. The weld that attaches the hitch tube to the pivot bracket may crack and fail allowing the upper portion of the rack with the bicycles attached to separate from the vehicle.

What to do

RockyMounts will notify owners and will provide a new rack base, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact RockyMounts customer service at 1-303-402-0190.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.