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Pacific Cycle Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the trailer bicycle immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Pacific Cycle toll-free at (877) 564-2261 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.instep.net, www.schwinnbikes.com, or www.mongoose.com
The product
The "Pathfinder," "Run About," and "Alley Cat" are single-wheeled, children's bicycles that connect to an adult's bicycle by a coupler. The recall includes model numbers: 12-PF250, 13-SC250, 13-SC350 and M5101. The model number is located on the lower seat tube of the frame. The affected couplers have welded plates; bicycles that have couplers with cast parts are not included in this recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,000
- Recall date
- January 8, 2008
- Brand
- Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Pacific Cycle has received one report of the coupler failing, resulting in a fall and abrasions to the rider.
Bicycle stores and retailers nationwide from January 2007 through August 2007 for between $80 and $120.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Pacific Cycle Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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