Kuat Sherpa 2.0 — Equipment: mechanical: carrier/rack
Published September 10, 2010 · Recall initiated: September 9, 2010
Summary
NHTSA records recall 10E044000, published September 10, 2010 and initiated September 9, 2010. Recalling firm: KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC; Kuat Sherpa 2.0 — Equipment: mechanical: carrier/rack.
What's the hazard
KUAT INNOVATIONS, LLC IS RECALLING CERTAIN NV 2 MODEL HITCH MOUNTED BICYCLE CARRIERS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 21 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15, 2009, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SUPPORT ARM WHICH ATTACHES TO THE FRONT BICYCLE WHEEL DURING TOW CAN SHEAR POSSIBLY ALLOWING THE BICYCLE TO BE DRAGGED BEHIND THE VEHICLE OR COMPLETELY FALL OFF THE VEHICLE.
What to do
KUAT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REPAIR KIT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KUAT TOLL FREE AT 1-877-822-5828.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KUAT
- Model
- SHERPA 2.0
- Manufacturer
- KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC
- Lot
- KUAT SHERPA 2.0
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Kuat Sherpa 2.0 — Equipment: mechanical: carrier/rack recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 10E044000 on September 10, 2010. Reported hazard: KUAT INNOVATIONS, LLC IS RECALLING CERTAIN NV 2 MODEL HITCH MOUNTED BICYCLE CARRIERS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 21 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15, 2009, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SUPPORT ARM WHICH ATTACHES TO THE FRONT BICYCLE WHEEL DURING TOW CAN SHEAR POSSIBLY ALLOWING THE BICYCLE TO BE DRAGGED BEHIND THE VEHICLE OR COMPLETELY FALL OFF THE VEHICLE.
What should I do if I have this product?
KUAT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REPAIR KIT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KUAT TOLL FREE AT 1-877-822-5828.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KUAT. Model: SHERPA 2.0.