Rigid Hitch Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21E079000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21E079000 by Rigid Hitch Inc.. Affecting dhb-4 4" drop, dhb-6 6" drop or 6" rise, dhb-10 10" drop/10" rise, and dhb-8 8" drop/8" rise tow hitches Includes 80 affected units, Incorrect Temperature Setting for Weld, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

dhb-4 4" drop, dhb-6 6" drop or 6" rise, dhb-10 10" drop/10" rise, and dhb-8 8" drop/8" rise tow hitches

Defect Summary

Rigid hitch, inc. (rigid hitch) is recalling certain dhb-4 4" drop, dhb-6 6" drop or 6" rise, dhb-10 10" drop/10" rise, and dhb-8 8" drop/8" rise tow hitches. the torch angle or temperature setting used to apply the weld may have been incorrect.

Corrective Action

Rigid hitch will provide a full reimbursement for all returned units, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 3, 2021. owners may contact rigid hitch customer service at 1-952-895-5001.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21E079000
Manufacturer: Rigid Hitch Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-08-25T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect temperature setting for weld
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 80

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Rigid hitch, inc. (rigid hitch) is recalling certain dhb-4 4" drop, dhb-6 6" drop or 6" rise, dhb-10 10" drop/10" rise, and dhb-8 8" drop/8" rise tow hitches. the torch angle or temperature setting used to apply the weld may have been incorrect.
Consequence Summary: Incorrect torch angle or weld temperature setting could cause the weld to fail, causing loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Rigid hitch will provide a full reimbursement for all returned units, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 3, 2021. owners may contact rigid hitch customer service at 1-952-895-5001.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 40

Metadata

SID: row-ke4f_wt6m~56ze
NHTSA ID: 21E079000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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