Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
KUAT
Model Of Vehicle
NV 2
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
10E044000
Component Description
Equipment:Mechanical:Carrier/Rack
Effect Of Defect
Should This Occur While The Vehicle Is In Motion, It May Result In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kuat Innovations Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20090721
End Of Manufacture
20090915
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
445
Date Owners Notified
20101007
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kuat Innovations Llc
Date Report Received
20100909