CPSC recall 07-578, announced September 18, 2007, covers Recreational Equipment Inc.(REI) Novara Afterburner Trailer Bicycles (about 5,200 units). The children's trailer bicycle can detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle trailer, visit the nearest REI store or contact REI for a free replacement part, a full refund or credit. Recall contact: call (800) 426-4840, or go to www.rei.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the Novara Afterburner trailer bicycle, a single-wheel children's bicycle that attaches to, and cannot be operated independently of, an adult bicycle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The children's trailer bicycle can detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
REI has received one report of a children's trailer bicycle detaching from the adult bicycle. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle trailer, visit the nearest REI store or contact REI for a free replacement part, a full refund or credit.
Product and sales details
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 07-578
- Units
- About 5,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- REI stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $160.
- Distributor
- Recreational Equipment Inc.(REI), of Kent, Wash.
Novara Afterburner Trailer Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact REI at (800) 426-4840 between 4 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT seven days a week, visit the company's Web site at www.rei.com or contact your local REI store.
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