Harbor Freight Tools | NHTSA Recall #20E016000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20E016000 by Harbor Freight Tools. Includes 454,000 affected units, Jack Stands May Fail, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Harbor freight tools (harbor freight) is recalling pairs of pittsburgh automotive 6 ton heavy duty steel jack stands, part number 61197. the ratchet teeth on the jack stands may not sufficiently engage the pawl to a sufficient depth, possibly causing the stand to fail under load.

Corrective Action

Harbor freight will notify owners, and stores will provide, in exchange for return of the jack stands, a gift card equal to the shelf price of the jack stands, free of charge. Owners are asked to immediately discontinue use of the jack stands for safety concerns. The recall began on may 18, 2020. owners may contact harbor freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353 or recalls@harborfreight.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20E016000
Manufacturer: Harbor Freight Tools
Report Received Date: 2020-03-20T00:00:00
Subject: Jack stands may fail
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 454,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Harbor freight tools (harbor freight) is recalling pairs of pittsburgh automotive 6 ton heavy duty steel jack stands, part number 61197. the ratchet teeth on the jack stands may not sufficiently engage the pawl to a sufficient depth, possibly causing the stand to fail under load.
Consequence Summary: If the stand fails, the stand can suddenly drop, increasing the risk of injury to persons nearby or under the lifted vehicle.
Corrective Action: Harbor freight will notify owners, and stores will provide, in exchange for return of the jack stands, a gift card equal to the shelf price of the jack stands, free of charge. Owners are asked to immediately discontinue use of the jack stands for safety concerns. The recall began on may 18, 2020. owners may contact harbor freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353 or recalls@harborfreight.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 21.48

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NHTSA ID: 20E016000
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