Harbor Freight Tools | NHTSA Recall #20E062000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20E062000 by Harbor Freight Tools. Affecting pittsburgh automotive a/c r134a manifold gauge sets, part number 62707, sold between may 22, 2020 and august 11, 2020 Includes 22,050 affected units, Manifold and Coupler Valve Labels Reversed, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

pittsburgh automotive a/c r134a manifold gauge sets, part number 62707, sold between may 22, 2020 and august 11, 2020

Defect Summary

Harbor freight tools (harbor freight) is recalling certain pittsburgh automotive a/c r134a manifold gauge sets, part number 62707, sold between may 22, 2020 and august 11, 2020. the labels for the high pressure and low pressure manifold and coupler valves may have been swapped, incorrectly stating which way to open or close the valves.

Corrective Action

Harbor freight will notify owners, and send new replacement labels with instructions how to correctly apply them over the original labels. the recall began october 13, 2020. owners may contact harbor freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20E062000
Manufacturer: Harbor Freight Tools
Report Received Date: 2020-09-01T00:00:00
Subject: Manifold and coupler valve labels reversed
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 22,050

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Harbor freight tools (harbor freight) is recalling certain pittsburgh automotive a/c r134a manifold gauge sets, part number 62707, sold between may 22, 2020 and august 11, 2020. the labels for the high pressure and low pressure manifold and coupler valves may have been swapped, incorrectly stating which way to open or close the valves.
Consequence Summary: The incorrect labels may result in the release of pressurized refrigerant, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Harbor freight will notify owners, and send new replacement labels with instructions how to correctly apply them over the original labels. the recall began october 13, 2020. owners may contact harbor freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 64.63

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NHTSA ID: 20E062000
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Created At: 1742808662
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