SYS ONLINE INGEST 2 hours ago SOURCE NHTSA · TC BUILD v0.0.29
Vehicle scope Default: all classes — narrow to retail passenger anytime
Network/ United States/ Kuat/ 24E044000

Kuat · United States · High

Kuat Transfer V2: Equipment — carrier/rack

Affects Kuat Transfer V2 · — — about 86K vehicles.

The hazard

A bicycle rack that drops unexpectedly can cause a bicycle to detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The remedy is currently under development. Owners are advised not to use their bike rack until the remedy has been completed. Kuat Racks will provide owners a redesigned pivot pedal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact Kuat Racks customer service at 417-889-5820.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational