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NHTSA campaign 26E068000

Swing-Away Hitch Adapter Rear Cross Beam May Detach

KUAT INNOVATIONS LLC

Potential units
3,845
Report received
Oct 1, 2026
Manufacturer ID
Not reported

Recall summary

What is being recalled

Kuat Innovations LLC ( Kuat) is recalling certain Pivot V3 swing-away hitch adapter with part numbers PV3D20B or PV3P20B. The hitch tube weld may crack, causing the cross beam to detach.

Safety consequence

Why this recall matters

A detached cross beam can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

What owners should expect

Kuat will replace the hitch adapter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 1, 2026. Owners may contact Kuat customer service at 1- 417-889-5820.

Associated products

Affected models and equipment

Equipment9999 Kuat Pivot V303/16/2026 - 09/10/2026

Official documents

NHTSA campaign files