9999 KUAT NV 2 Recall

Campaign:

10E044000 on 09/09/2010

Component:

Equipment:mechanical:carrier/rack

Manufactured:

07/20/2009 - 09/14/2009

Affected:

445

Defect:

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.

Consequence:

Should this occur while the vehicle is in motion, it may result in a vehicle crash.

Correction:

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.

Notes:

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

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