CPSC recall 02-040, announced November 14, 2001, covers Pacific Cycle Moongoose "Ally Cat" tandem bicycle accessories (about 2,500 units). The hitch connecting the tandem accessory to the host bicycle can fail, causing the tandem accessory to become unstable, which poses the risk of injury to riders. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using these bicycle accessories immediately and call Pacific Cycle for a free replacement hitch and instructions. Recall contact: call (800) 626-2811.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The recalled "Ally Cat" has the model number AC 100, AC 200, or AC 300, which is located on the top tube in products sold by independent bicycle retailers or L.L.Bean Inc.
Which products are included?
The "Ally Cat" tandem bicycle accessory consists of a wheel, seat, pedals, and handlebars, and attaches to the host bicycle by a hitch. The recalled "Ally Cat" has the model number AC 100, AC 200, or AC 300, which is located on the top tube in products sold by independent bicycle retailers or L.L.Bean Inc. The accessories were sold at Wal-Mart Stores under the name "Mongoose Ally Cat," with the Mongoose name appearing on the down tube of the accessory. There is an aluminum sleeve on the hitch between the host bicycle and the accessory. "Ally Cat" bicycle accessories with nylon or plastic sleeves on the hitch are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hitch connecting the tandem accessory to the host bicycle can fail, causing the tandem accessory to become unstable, which poses the risk of injury to riders.
Incidents and injuries
Pacific Cycle has received one report of the tandem bicycle accessory connection failing, resulting in abrasions to the rider of the tandem.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these bicycle accessories immediately and call Pacific Cycle for a free replacement hitch and instructions. In addition, L.L.Bean Inc., which sold these bicycle accessories by catalog, will contact each of their known purchasers to provide the needed replacement parts.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pacific Cycle
- Manufacturer
- Pacific Cycle, LLC, of Madison, Wis.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 02-040
- Units
- About 2,500
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle stores and retailers nationwide, including Wal-Mart, sold these bicycle accessories, from March 2000 through July 2001, for between $80 and $130.
Moongoose "Ally Cat" tandem bicycle accessories
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers may call Pacific Cycle at (800) 626-2811 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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