Recommended Maintenance and Repair on a Nighthawk Tow Bar
Updated 09/06/2025 | Published 08/03/2025
Question:
I have had my Roadmaster Nighthawk 8,000 lbs for about four years and it has worked pretty well overall. However, the arms no longer stay raised when I lock them in. Instead, they immediately want to fall over. I have read the manuals and searched the internet for how to fix this but havent found the solution. I keep the system under the Roadmaster cover when not in use and maintain it with the Roadmaster cleaner and lubricant. I suspect that something may need to be tightened torqued? but cannot find anything that speaks to it. Can I get some expert help? Thanks in advance for your help.
asked by: Christopher
Expert Reply:
Hey Chris. If you've gone through the maintenance steps in the manual for your Nighthawk Tow Bar item # RM-676, I recommend reaching out to Roadmaster directly. They've got a great support staff that goes around to trade shows and rally's that do free maintenance and repairs.
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Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount
- Telescoping - Non-Binding
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Cables Included
- Roadmaster
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Jerred H.
9/2/2025
Hey Chris, did you have a chance to reach out to Roadmaster for assistance with your Nighthawk Tow Bar? I’d love to know how it went, as it could help others facing a similar issue.