Harbor Freight Tools: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Harbor Freight Tools in 2016. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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August 12, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Incorrectly Positioned Rear Lamp Bracket/FMVSS 108

Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 90154, 42708, 90153, 66771, 42709, 94564 trailers, and 2013-2016 Haul Master trailers, model numbers 62170, 62209, 61730, and 69897. The affected trailers may be equipped with incorrectly positioned rear lamp brackets that may not illuminate the license plate. The lights fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

NHTSA ID: 16V597000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 374,319

Consequence Summary:

The trailers may be less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action:

Harbor Freight will notify owners and will provide them with a new tail light package, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2016. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-805-388-1000.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 12.5

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