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Thule, Inc. — Rooftop Tent May Detach
Check whether your vehicle is affected and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions — the repair is free.
What’s wrong
A detached rooftop tent may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Parts can come loose.
What to do
Thule will provide a refund or replacement rooftop tent, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Thule customer service at 1-855-216-7375.
Who to contact: Thule will provide a refund or replacement rooftop tent, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Thule customer service at 1-855-216-7375.
The product
Thule, Inc. (Thule) is recalling certain Thule Tepui Hybox Tepui Wedge part number 901110, Thule Tepui Hybox part number 901100, Tepui Hybox wedge part number 8001HB203, and Tepui Hybox part number 8001HB103 and 8001HB112 rooftop tents. The rooftop tent shell may crack at the point where the mounting rails attach and detach from the vehicle.
Details
- Units affected
- 738
- Recall date
- May 12, 2021
- Brand
- Thule, Inc.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Thule, Inc. — Rooftop Tent May Detach”
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