NHTSA recall: Roadmaster Inc. — Tow Bar May Separate from Hitch Receiver (24,656 units)

US · 2026-10-02

1. Step 1 · The triggerRoadmaster Inc. issues a recall for 24,656 tow bars due to a T-bolt roll pin defect that can cause separation from the hitch receiver.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onRoadmaster incurs direct costs for repairs, parts, and labor reimbursements to authorized dealers, while dealers gain service revenue from recall work.
3. Step 3 · Knock-onRoadmaster's brand reputation is at risk, potentially reducing future demand and increasing the likelihood of regulatory scrutiny or litigation.
4. Step 4 · Reaches youUS SMEs that use or sell Roadmaster tow bars face operational disruption and must allocate resources to manage recall compliance and customer communication.

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Source: NHTSA

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