NHTSA recall 24E044000 · Equipment
Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rack
Reported Jun 4, 202486,209 vehicles affectedKUAT INNOVATIONS LLCBuilt Nov 1, 2020 – May 24, 2024
The defect
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.
The risk
A bicycle rack that drops unexpectedly can cause a bicycle to detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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.