PITTSBURGH AUTOMOTIVE PITTSBURGH AUTOMOTIVE 6 TON STEEL JACK STANDS Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
PITTSBURGH AUTOMOTIVE 6 TON STEEL JACK STANDS
Brand
PITTSBURGH AUTOMOTIVE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Harbor Freight Tools is recalling certain PITTSBURGH AUTOMOTIVE 6 TON STEEL JACK STANDS equipment due to equipment:mechanical:integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer issues. If the stand fails, the stand can suddenly drop, increasing the risk of injury to persons nearby or under the lifted vehicle..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Harbor Freight Tools (Harbor Freight) is recalling pairs of Pittsburgh Automotive 6 Ton Heavy Duty Steel Jack Stands, part number 61197. The ratchet teeth on the jack stands may not sufficiently engage the pawl to a sufficient depth, possibly causing the stand to fail under load.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the stand fails, the stand can suddenly drop, increasing the risk of injury to persons nearby or under the lifted vehicle.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Harbor Freight will notify owners, and stores will provide, in exchange for return of the jack stands, a gift card equal to the shelf price of the jack stands, free of charge. Owners are asked to immediately discontinue use of the jack stands for safety concerns. The recall began on May 18, 2020. Owners may contact Harbor Freight customer service at 1-800-444-3353 or Recalls@HarborFreight.com.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026