YAKIMA YAKIMA WHISPBAR Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
YAKIMA WHISPBAR
Brand
YAKIMA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Yakima Products, Inc. is recalling certain YAKIMA WHISPBAR equipment due to equipment issues. The rack may separate from the vehicle while driving, causing a hazard to other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Yakima Products, Inc. (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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The rack may separate from the vehicle while driving, causing a hazard to other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
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