THULE THULE SPRINT BIKE CARRIER Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
THULE SPRINT BIKE CARRIER
Brand
THULE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
THULE, INC. is recalling certain THULE SPRINT BIKE CARRIER equipment due to equipment:mechanical:carrier/rack issues. If the bike detaches from the vehicle while it is being driven, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Thule (Thule Inc.) is recalling certain Sprint bicycle carriers, models 569/569000 and 528, manufactured December 1, 2013 through April 1, 2016. The fork clamping mechanism may not properly secure the bike fork to the carrier, allowing the bike to detach from the vehicle.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the bike detaches from the vehicle while it is being driven, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Thule has notified the registered owners, and dealers will exchange the affected bicycle carriers for an improved replacement carrier, free of charge. Consumers are advised not to use the existing carriers. The recall began on June 8, 2016. Owners may contact Thule's customer service at 1-844-361-8939.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026