CPSC recall 01-074, announced January 29, 2001, covers Seattle Bike Supply 2001 Torker Blaster 16-inch Boy's bicycles and Sunflower 16-inch Girl's bicycles (about 1,400 units). Because the bikes' pedals are too low to the ground, they fail to meet federal bicycle standards. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 283-2453.
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
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 16-INCH.
Which products are included?
Bicycles that are part of this recall are all model year 2001 Torker Blaster 16-inch Boy's bicycles in red, black, blue, or chrome, and Sunflower 16-inch Girl's bicycles in yellow, pink or florescent green. The Torker brand name and the model names are on the frames.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Because the bikes' pedals are too low to the ground, they fail to meet federal bicycle standards. Children can lose control when a pedal strikes the ground, causing falls and injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Seattle Bike Supply has received one report of a 4-year-old boy whose pedal struck the ground, while riding one of these bikes, causing him to fall. No injuries were reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Seattle Bike Supply
- Manufacturer
- Seattle Bike Supply, of Kent, Wash.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 01-074
- Units
- About 1,400
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle stores sold these bicycles nationwide, from September 2000 through December 2000, for about $130.
2001 Torker Blaster 16-inch Boy's bicycles and Sunflower 16-inch Girl's bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, call Seattle Bike Supply at (800) 283-2453 anytime, or write to Seattle Bike Supply, 7620 S. 192nd, Kent, WA 98032.
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