Harbor Freight Tools: Safety Recalls in 2023

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Harbor Freight Tools in 2023. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 18, 2023

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Running Lights May Not Illuminate/FMVSS 108

Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain Kenway 17" LED Rear Tri-Marker Bar Running Lights, with part number 59657 and serial numbers 372382320 or 372382328. During packaging, these lights may have been damaged, causing the lights to not illuminate. As such, these lights fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

NHTSA ID: 23E081000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 20,200

Consequence Summary:

Lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Harbor Freight will inspect the running lights and exchange the lights as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 26, 2023. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 1.78

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March 3, 2023

(Campaign #: N/A)

Motorcycle Lift Failure

Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain Central Hydraulics High Position Motorcycle Lifts with part number 99887. The lift welds or tubing may break, which can allow the lift to fall or drop the motorcycle.

NHTSA ID: 23E016000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 41,715

Consequence Summary:

A lift that falls or drops a motorcycle increases the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Harbor Freight will provide a refund in the form of a Harbor Freight gift card. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 4.32

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February 3, 2023

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Over-pressurized Fluid Dispenser Lid May Detach

Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling certain Holt Industries Deluxe Manual Fluid Extractor and Dispenser units with part number 56384. When the unit is in dispense mode, the pressure relief plug may fail and result in a build-up of excessive pressure.

NHTSA ID: 23E006000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 34,570

Consequence Summary:

Excessive pressure can cause the lid to suddenly detach, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Harbor Freight will provide a replacement lid ring and pour spout cap with an integrated pressure relief valve, along with instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2023. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 5.87

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