Yakima Products – Roof Rack May Separate From Vehicle

Yakima Products (Yakima) is recalling certain Whispbar rack systems. The fitting kits (part numbers K558, K393, K421, K491, K422, K543 , K480 & K508) for Infiniti G-sedans (07-13), Audi Q7, A3/A4/A6 Wagons, Kia Sportage, Toyota Matrix (2009-2013), and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles do not properly fit the roofline or raised rail of the vehicle.


Report Received Date 05/23/2013
NHTSA ID 13E028000
Consequence Summary The rack may separate from the vehicle while driving, causing a hazard to other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Yakima will notify owners and instruct them to return the parts to a Yakima dealer for a replacement Yakima rack system or for a refund of the customers money. The recall began on June 7, 2013. Owners may contact Yakima customer service at 1-888-925-4621 or Fitkitrecall@Whispbar.com.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 1369
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13E028000)

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