The metal part that locks it into place snapped off and my spare tire swung out to the side while i was on the freeway. Pretty scary experience.

Anyone know where i can get a new latch assembly? i have no idea why it broke, but it snapped in half. I have some rope holding the carrier closed for now, but i need a more permanent fix.

Any help?

 

Do you have the older style or newer gen carrier? The new one has a safety pin that should be a lot safer.

 

I am experiencing the same problem, thankfully mine has the safety cable, but still needs to be fixed.
Any suggestions??

 

Did you get anyone’s answer to this? Although we have a pin- the cable is worn and won’t be enough...

 

The fix for me was to use a bunch of liquid wrench silicone spray and it works fine now.

 

Thanks! I tried the liquid wrench but it didn’t work for me. Our late is there-but isn’t working at all. We have the cable/pin but I don’t feel it is enough to take a road trip with. ANyone know where we can get a new latch and replace it ourselves?

 

I contacted a dealer in my area and the latch is still available, but it is listed at just under $1,000.00

 

I was also told to loosen all the bolts and place the carrier in the latch in the latched position and then retighten, this is an attempt to re-align the latch, incase the striker is not hitting properly.
just a thought

 

Great thought!! That’’s what we did and it worked!! Saved $1,000 and a trip to the dealership!! You are awesome—thanks!!!

 

You're welcome,, glad a forum like this can save a person a few bucks!!