Harbor Freight Jack Stand Lawsuit
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Harbor Freight Tools recalled more than 1.7 million Pittsburgh Automotive jack stands that were sold in its stores.
The agency warned that three models of the company’s 3-ton and 6-ton steel jack stands— item numbers 56371, 61196, and 61197 — have the potential to collapse under load and cause serious injury.
If you or a family member suffered from injuries or death because of faulty Pittsburgh Automotive jack stands, you deserve representation and compensation for your suffering.
Read on to learn more about your potential Harbor Freight Jack Stand lawsuit.
Harbor Freight Jack Stand Recall
The NHTSA announced the recall of Pittsburgh Automotive jack stands on May 28, 2020.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Thursday that:
- Harbor Freight is recalling more than 1.7 million three-ton and six-ton steel jack stands
- Harbor Freight has reported:
- Six (6) injury claims from the use or assembly of the six-ton stands
- Five (5) claims from using the three-ton stands
- The injuries were not life-threatening
- Harbor Freight will give buyers a gift card equal to the purchase shelf price of the stands, according to agency documents.
Why Were Harbor Freight Jack Stands Recalled?
According to an NHTSA press release, the jack stands have the potential to collapse under load, which can increase the risk of injury for people who are near or under a lifted vehicle.
The original manufacturer of the jack stands, Jiaxing Golden Roc Tools Company, determined that the products were defective because of aged production tooling.
Consumers have reported injuries while using the Harbor Freight jack stands.
Harbor Freight Pittsburgh Automotive Recall
Harbor Freight issued its own safety recall warning in cooperation with the NHTSA.
The warning stated:
“For certain units of the Pittsburgh Automotive 3-Ton and 6-Ton Heavy Duty Steel Jack Stands there is a potential, while under load and with a shift in weight, for the pawl to disengage from the extension lifting post, allowing the stand to drop suddenly.
This condition could cause serious injury for people near or under a lifted vehicle, and/or damage to property.”
Harbor Freight noted that the recall only concerns item #s:
The company said that following the lifting of “shelter at home orders,” customers should bring their recalled jack stands to their local Harbor Freight store.
The company is offering Harbor Freight Tools gift cards equal to the retail price of the recalled jack stands.
For more information, contact recall@harborfreight.com
Jack Stand Defects
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) warned that the following Pittsburgh Automotive Jack Stands items are defective:
The agency noted that the jack stands could collapse under load.
This can cause serious injury for people who are near or under a lifted vehicle.
Harbor Freight asks all customers to return defective stands.
The company noted that there is potential for the stands:
“While under load and with a shift in weight, for the pawl to disengage from the extension lifting post, allowing the stand to drop suddenly.”
The defect has already caused injures.
Harbor Freight Jack Stand Risks and Injuries
The Pittsburgh Automotive Jack Stands, items # 56371, 61196, and 61197, sold at Harbor Freight Tools present numerous risks and potential for injuries.
The company and NHTSA ask that owners of these products discontinue use due to safety risks.
According to the jack manufacturer, there have been six injury claims associated with the six-ton stands and five claims from the three-ton stands (as of May 2020).
The NHTSA said that the reported injuries were not life-threatening.
Do I Qualify to For a Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one has been injured because of a defective Pittsburgh Automotive Jack Stand, you don’t have to handle your legal and financial battles alone.
Working with an experienced personal injury lawyer and filing a Harbor Freight Jack Stand Lawsuit will help ensure that you receive proper compensation for your family’s suffering and damages.
Before taking action, make sure you are familiar with the proper steps in filing a civil lawsuit.
Filing a Harbor Freight Jack Stand Lawsuit
The first step of a Harbor Freight Jack Stand Lawsuit is to mitigate any injuries as soon as possible.
Mitigation involves seeking proper medical expert care, advice, and treatment.
This is essential both for your/your family member’s health and for the strength of your potential Pittsburgh Automotive Jack Stand lawsuit.
Next, gather evidence including any relevant bills, documents, records, and photos.
After mitigating injuries and gathering evidence, you should seek out legal guidance and hire an experienced personal injury attorney.
It is also best to learn more about the steps of the civil litigation process and your state’s statute of limitations.
Hiring a Harbor Freight Jack Stand Lawyer
TorHoerman Law handles Harbor Freight Jack Stand recall lawsuits.
Our team of personal injury lawyers is experienced and successful in a defective products, personal injury, and product liability law.
We will work with you and your family to navigate the legal system to build the best Harbor Freight Jack Stand recall case possible.
Our law firm offers zero-obligation, free case evaluations for all potential clients.
We work on contingency fees, meaning we don’t charge our clients until they earn compensation for their damages.
Contact a personal injury lawyer at TorHoerman Law today to learn more about your potential Harbor Freight Jack Stand settlement.
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