KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC (Kuat Racks) is recalling certain Transfer v2 bicycle hitch racks. The pivot cams may become disengaged, which can cause the bike rack to unexpectedly drop.
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Identifiers in this source record
KUAT TRANSFER V2Part: 001153Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.
Read the vehicles identification guideWhy this notice was issued
A bicycle rack that drops unexpectedly can cause a bicycle to detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Official action
The remedy is currently under development. Owners are advised not to use their bike rack until the remedy has been completed. Kuat Racks will provide owners a redesigned pivot pedal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact Kuat Racks customer service at 417-889-5820.
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Read the full official instructionsProduct & source details
- Product
- KUAT TRANSFER V2
- Brand or manufacturer
- KUAT
- Source
- NHTSA
- Notice type
- Recall
- Source reference
- 24E044000
- Category
- Vehicles & road safety