Will the Thule OutWay Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2014 Chevy Volt

Updated 06/25/2014 | Published 06/23/2014

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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms

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Question:

I read a response to a question about a rack for a chevy volt. You said that the Thule #TH45JV would fit. Would this same rack fit a 2014 chevy volt? Is there any chance of it causing dents or breaking the rear windows?

asked by: Alonzo T

Expert Reply:

The Thule OutWay # TH45JV is a fit for your 2014 Chevy Volt. There is a next to zero chance of the rack breaking the rear window on the vehicle. Most of the weight is on the lower leg and top cables which should not be hooked to the glass.

Dents are possible on any vehicle unless that vehicle has a metal bumper. I own the older 3-bike version of this rack, which was heavier, especially when loaded, and I have not had any problems with dents.

If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame bar that goes straight across (like a typical men's bike would) then I recommend using bike adapter bar # 64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level and will provide better ground clearance. I have to use these adapters and without them my wife's bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my son's bike at all. I have linked a video showing how the adapter works.

expert reply by: Michael H