Recall 08-156, published January 8, 2008
Pacific Cycle InStep "Pathfinder," Schwinn "Run About," and Mongoose "Alley Cat" Trailer Bicycles
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
M5101The model number is located on the lower seat tube of the frame.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the trailer bicycle immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
- Brand
- Pacific Cycle
- Recall published
- January 8, 2008
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 7,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle stores and retailers nationwide from January 2007 through August 2007 for between $80 and $120.
