NHTSA recall 12E035000
Equipment · Yakima Products, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: This recall involves aftermarket parts sold by yakima products, Inc. for use on model year 2012 and 2013 Ford focus vehicles. This recall is being conducted by yakima, not by Ford. Certain combined q-tower and q128 clip rooftop rack systems, part numbers 8000124 and 8000728, do not fully contact the door frame.
Why it matters: Without proper contact of the rooftop rack clip to the door frame, there is insufficient clamping pressure and friction. The system may slide off the vehicle when loaded with accessories, possibly becoming a road hazard to other vehicles or causing injury to pedestrians.
The fix: Yakima will notify owners, and yakima or a yakima dealer will refund the purchase of the q-tower and q-128 clip system. There is no replacement system available for the 2012-2013 model year Ford focus. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Only vehicles equipped with the vehicle rack system…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2012 Ford Focus, 2013 Ford Focus, year not stated Yakima Q-Tower And Q-Clip Combo.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12E035000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.