Safety Recall NHTSA · 13E042000 Reported August 2, 2013

Parts may fall from bicycle rack

Sportworks Northwest, Inc. · N/A · 444 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13E042000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Sportworks Northwest, Inc.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
444
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 2, 2013
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Sportworks northwest, inc. (sportworks) is recalling certain apex 3 bicycle racks designed for being mounted on transit buses. in the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame. over time, the cracks may lead to separation of the latch tube and latch handle.

Safety Consequence

If the latch handle and tube fall from the rack it would create a potential road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Sportworks will notify owners and replace the frames under warranty, free of charge. the recall began on september 6, 2013. owners may contact sportworks at 1-888-861-0555 ext. 2.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Sportworks Northwest, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 13E042000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13E042000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 13E042000?

NHTSA recall 13E042000 was issued by Sportworks Northwest, Inc. on August 2, 2013. It addresses: Parts may fall from bicycle rack. The recall affects approximately 444 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Sportworks Northwest, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13E042000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.