CPSC recall 01-212, announced July 30, 2001, covers Acetrike Bicycle Children's sidewalk bicycles (about 38,800 units). The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and call Huffy Bicycle Co. to determine if their bicycle is part of the recall. Recall contact: call (888) 366-3828, or go to www.huffybikes.com.
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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 12-INCH, 16-INCH, MX1200.
Which products are included?
The recall includes bicycles having date codes of April 2000 and earlier. The date code is molded on the bicycles' left rear frame, at the point of attachment of the rear wheel. The model name is written on the bike's frame. The following models are involved: "Cool Taz", 12-inch boy's style "Sweet Tweety", 12-inch girl's style "Mudslinger", 16-inch boy's style "Secret Treasures", 16-inch girl's style "Rugrats", 16-inch boy's style "Best Friends", 16-inch girl's style "Space Racer", 12-inch boy's style "Fairy Magic", 12-inch girl's style "MX1200", 12-inch boy's style "High Gear", 12-inch boy's style "MX 1800", 16-inch boy's style
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Acetrike and the distributor of the bicycles, Huffy Bicycle Co., have received four reports of the frames on these bicycles breaking. Two boys, ages 4 and 6, suffered abrasions and contusions, and a 5-year-old boy suffered a contusion. A fourth child was not injured.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and call Huffy Bicycle Co. to determine if their bicycle is part of the recall. Consumers with a recalled bicycle will receive a replacement bicycle free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Acetrike Bicycle
- Manufacturer
- Acetrike Bicycle Co., of Taiwan
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 01-212
- Units
- About 38,800
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department, toy, hardware and sporting goods stores, including Ace Hardware, Ames, Blain Supply, Kay Bee Toys, Meijers, Tru*Serv and Wal-Mart, sold these bikes nationwide, from October 1999 through March 2001, for between $35 and $70.
- Distributor
- Huffy Bicycle Co.
Children's sidewalk bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers may call (888) 366-3828 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.huffybikes.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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