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KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC: Transfer v2 Bicycle Hitch Racks Recalled for Unexpected Drop Risk

Agency Publication Date: June 4, 2024
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Summary

KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC (Kuat Racks) is recalling approximately 86,209 Transfer v2 bicycle hitch racks. The pivot cams on these racks can become disengaged, which may cause the entire rack to drop unexpectedly while in use. Kuat Racks is developing a redesigned pivot pedal as a free remedy for all affected owners. Consumers are advised to stop using the hitch rack immediately to prevent potential hazards.

Risk

If the bike rack drops unexpectedly, the bicycle can detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, significantly increasing the risk of a crash for the driver and other motorists.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately identify if you own a Kuat Transfer v2 bicycle hitch rack.
  2. Stop using the bike rack immediately until the recall repair has been performed.
  3. Contact Kuat Racks customer service at 417-889-5820 to learn more about the free redesigned pivot pedal remedy.
  4. Once available, follow instructions from Kuat Racks to install the redesigned pivot pedal, which will be provided free of charge.
  5. For additional information, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair

Redesigned pivot pedal provided free of charge

How to: Contact Kuat Racks customer service at 417-889-5820 to receive a redesigned pivot pedal to replace the faulty cam mechanism.

Affected Products

Product: Kuat Transfer v2 Bicycle Hitch Rack
Part / Model:
Transfer v2

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 24E044000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC
Sold By: Authorized Kuat Racks dealers
Units Affected: 86,209 vehicles(86209% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Equipment (E)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: July 22, 2024
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: August 15, 2024

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response