Poison Spyder Customs Tire Carrier Delete Plate recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 14, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Tap Worldwide, LLC recalls Poison Spyder Customs Tire Carrier Delete Plate

Recall number

18E116000

Brand / firm

Poison Spyder Customs

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 96 units

Why it was recalled

If the high-mounted brake light is inoperable, it can limit the warning given to others that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. If the rear camera is inoperable, the driver may have reduced visibility of what is behind the vehicle. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

TAP Worldwide, LLC (TAP) is recalling certain Poison Spyder Customs Tire Carrier Delete Plates, part number 19-04-012P1, sold as aftermarket parts. These Tire Carrier Delete Plates may not provide a license plate illumination lamp, may interfere with the center high-mounted brake light positioning, and may also cause the rear visibility system to be inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

What to do

TAP will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Poison Spyder Tire Carrier Delete Plates, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.