CPSC recall 15-076, announced February 10, 2015, covers Marin Mountain Bikes 2014 Marin MBX 50 and Tiny Trail Bicycles (about 400 units). The handlebars can loosen or separate during use. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and contact Marin for a replacement handlebar stem. Recall contact: call (800) 222-7557, or go to www.marinbikes.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.
Affected model numbers
The boy's bicycles were sold in red and have serial number HA14980XXXXXX.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Marin 2014 model MBX 50 and Tiny Trail boy's and girl's bicycles with 16-inch knobby tires. The single speed bicycles have high-rise handlebars and training wheels. The boy's bicycles were sold in red and have serial number HA14980XXXXXX. The girl's bicycles were sold in purple and have serial number HA14982XXXXXX. Serial numbers are printed on a foil label affixed to the underside of the base of the down tube. "Marin" is printed on the seat and the downtube. "Tiny Trail" or "MBX 50" is printed on the bicycles chain guard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handlebars can loosen or separate during use. This can cause the rider to lose control and/or crash, posing the risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and contact Marin for a replacement handlebar stem.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Marin Mountain Bikes
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 15-076
- Units
- About 400 in the U.S. and 50 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycles stores nationwide from September 2013 through December 2014 for about $250.
- Importer
- Marin Mountain Bikes Inc., of Novato, Calif.
2014 Marin MBX 50 and Tiny Trail Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Marin Mountain Bikes at (800) 222-7557 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.marinbikes.com and click on "Recalls/Safety" for more information.
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