Is there a recall on pro lift jack stands?
Harbor Freight recalling 454,000 jack stands because they can drop causing ‘serious injury’ The sudden drop could “cause serious injury for people near or under a lifted vehicle, and/or damage to property,” the notice states. The recall is only for stands with item numbers 61196, 61197 and 56371.
Is Pro Lift American made?
Pro-Lift Jack Stands. Pro-Lift is one of North Americas largest manufacturers of Jack Stands, Tire Chocks, and Scissor Jacks.
Has anyone been hurt by Harbor Freight jack stands?
Even without recallable manufacturing defects, jack stands remain a dangerous tool for any business or individual needing to jack a vehicle up for repair. Over 4,822 people were injured by collapsing jacks annually according to an NHTSA report, with over 96% of the individuals needing to visit the emergency room.
What is wrong with Harbor Freight jack stands?
Harbor Freight is recalling a portion of the three-ton jack stands which were used as replacements for a group of defective jack stands it recalled in May 2020. In May, the company recalled 1.7 million of its three- and six-ton jack stands due to a heightened risk of them collapsing while under load.
What Harbor Freight jack stands are recalled?
Harbor Freight’s recall covers some 3-ton and 6-ton “Pittsburgh” brand jack stands with item numbers 56371, 61196, and 61197. (View the PDF of the recall document here for more details.) These are pawl-type jack stands, with a pawl that engages with teeth on the lifting arm of the jack stand.
Where are Harbor Freight jack stands made?
Zhejiang, China
The manufacturer of the jack stands is Jiaxing Golden Roc Tools in Zhejiang, China. According to that notice, Harbor Freight will provide a refund in the form of a gift card.
Who owns Pro-Lift?
Toyota Industries North America
A Toyota Material Handling Company After being a Toyota dealer for decades, Toyota Industries North America (TINA) purchased ProLift in January 2007. Not only is ProLift a multiple recipient of the President’s Award for Toyota, our values and mission are consistent – a focus on customers and continuous improvement.
Who are the largest manufacturers of jack stands?
Pro-Lift is one of North Americas largest manufacturers of Jack Stands, Tire Chocks, and Scissor Jacks. We offer 2, 3, 3-1/2 High Lift, and 6 Ton Jack Stands.
Which is the best double pin jack stand?
Pro lift T-6903D is a 3-ton double locking jack stands. It features a high quality cast ductile Iron Ratchet bar and sturdy stamped steel base provide durability and longevity which makes ideal for home, professional and farm use.
Which is Black Hawk pin style Jack stand?
Pin style jack stands offer the ultimate in security and safety. All Black-hawk Automotive pin style stands are offer some of the best values on the market today. Height adjustment mechanism allows smooth upward movement while release handle locks into position