Poison Spyder Customs Equipment recall

Recalled December 18, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18E117000 · Poison Spyder Customs

Hazard

Without a high-mounted brake light, the warning given to others that the vehicle is slowing or stopping may be limited. If the rear camera is inoperable, the driver may have reduced visibility of what is behind the vehicle. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

TAP will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Poison Spyder Tire Carrier, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.

Units

114 units

Description

TAP Worldwide, LLC (TAP) is recalling certain Poison Spyder Customs-brand Tire Carriers, part number 19-62-030TP1, sold as aftermarket parts. These Tire Carriers may not provide a license plate lamp or center high-mounted brake light and may also cause the rear visibility camera system to be inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

What to do

TAP will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Poison Spyder Tire Carrier, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact TAP customer service at 1-888-376-1417.

Product

Poison Spyder Customs TIRE CARRIER

Manufacturer(s)

Tap Worldwide, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →