Thule, Inc. Recall (May 2021)
Thule, Inc. has issued a recall. 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. A detached rooftop tent may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
What you should do
- Read the official announcement for what to do. Contact a dealer to arrange the free repair.
- 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.
What happened
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.
Recall facts
- Manufacturer
- Thule, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 738
- NHTSA campaign
- 21E045000
- Severity
- High
From the official announcement
OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 21E-045
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Thule, Inc.
Submission Date :MAY 17, 2021
NHTSA Recall No. :21E-045
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name :Thule, Inc.
Address :42 Silvermine Road
SEYMOUR CT 06483
Company phone : 2038814875
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 738
Estimated percentage with defect :100 %
Equipment Information :
Brand / Trade 1 :Tepui
Model :
Hybox Wedge
Part No. :8001HB203
Size :NR
Function :Rooftop tent
Descriptive Information :Rooftop tent attached to mounting bars on the vehicles roof
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2018 - DEC 31, 2019
Brand / Trade 2 :Thule Tepui
Model :
Hybox
Part No. :901100
Size :NR
Function :Rooftop tent
Descriptive Information :Rooftop tent attached to mounting bars on the vehicles roof
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2020 - APR 30, 2021
Brand / Trade 3 :Tepui
Model :
Hybox
Part No. :8001HB103/8001HB112
Size :NR
Function :Rooftop tent
Descriptive Information :Rooftop tent attached to mounting bars on the vehicles roof
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2018 - APR 30, 2021
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Part 573 Safety Recall Report 21E-045
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Brand / Trade 4 :Thule Tepui
Model :
Hybox Wedge
Part No. :901110
Size :NR
Function :Rooftop tent
Descriptive Information :Rooftop tent attached to mounting bars on the vehicles roof
Production Dates : JAN 01, 2020 - APR 30, 2021
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : There is a design defect in the fixation solution between the hardshell and the
mounting hardware (base aluminum rail). This can lead, under certain
environmental and driving c…
Common questions
What is the danger?
A detached rooftop tent may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
What should I 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.
Where can I find more information?
Read the official NHTSA recall announcement, or browse all current vehicle recalls.