CPSC recall 02-237, announced August 28, 2002, covers Todson Bicycle Tire Floor Pumps (about 10,000 units). The pressure gauge lens can separate from the pump and strike a consumer, causing injury. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using this pump immediately and contact Todson to receive a replacement pump. Recall contact: call (800) 250-3068, or go to www.Topeak.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.
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.
Which products are included?
The recalled Topeak Joe Blow Comp Floor Pumps are black (with gray or silver trim) and stand about 26 inches tall. The plastic pumps have the following date codes, which are located under the pressure gauge: 200003 through 200012 and 200101 through 200108. The words "Made in Taiwan" and "Joe Blow COMP" are printed on the side of the pump.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pressure gauge lens can separate from the pump and strike a consumer, causing injury.
Incidents and injuries
Todson has received one report of a pressure gauge lens detaching and striking a consumer, who suffered an eye injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using this pump immediately and contact Todson to receive a replacement pump.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Todson
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 02-237
- Units
- About 10,000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bicycle retailers nationwide sold these pumps, between March 2000 and August 2001, for about $40.
- Distributor
- Todson Inc., of Foxboro, Mass.
Bicycle Tire Floor Pumps
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
Consumers should contact Todson at (800) 250-3068 to receive a replacement pump or log on to www.Topeak.com for more information
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