CPSC2007-09-18
REI Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children
Recreational Equipment Inc.(REI), of Kent, Wash.
Hazard
The children's trailer bicycle can detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle trailer, visit the nearest REI store or contact REI for a free replacement part, a full refund or credit.
Sold at
REI stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $160.
Affected count
About 5,200
Injuries reported
REI has received one report of a children's trailer bicycle detaching from the adult bicycle. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Novara Afterburner Trailer Bicycles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact REI at (800) 426-4840 between 4 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT seven days a week, visit the company's Web site at www.rei.com or contact your local REI store.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/REI-Recalls-Childrens-Trailer-Bicycles-Can-Detach-from-Adult-Bicycle-and-Injure-ChildrenDon't want to check this manually?
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