CPSC recall 15-251, announced September 24, 2015, covers Wishbone Design Studio Recycled Edition Bikes (about 400 units). The handlebar can pinch fingers placed at the center where the handlebar connects to the bike frame. The notice cites 4 incident reports and 2 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the bike, take it away from children and contact Wishbone or the store where the bike was purchased for a free neoprene cover for the handlebar. Recall contact: call 888-748-7453, or go to www.wishbonedesign.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: 3-WHEELER, 2-WHEELER.
Which products are included?
The Wishbone Recycled (RE) Bikes are made from recycled black plastic materials with 12-inch, air-filled white rubber tires. The adjustable seat height ranges from 9 to 20 inches. The bikes weigh about 10 pounds. The two recalled bikes include one 3-in-1 model, which is adjustable as a 3-wheeler or 2-wheeler with a high seat or low seat; and one 2-wheeler model, which is adjustable with a high or low seat. The date codes for production appear in a round dial on the front frame of the bikes under the seat. Date codes are either December 2013 or May 2014. The year appears in the center of the dial and the arrow points to the month. There is also a Wishbone logo embossed on each bike fork.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handlebar can pinch fingers placed at the center where the handlebar connects to the bike frame.
Incidents and injuries
The firm received reports of four incidents, including two injuries. One required stitches and one required restorative surgery.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the bike, take it away from children and contact Wishbone or the store where the bike was purchased for a free neoprene cover for the handlebar.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Wishbone Design Studio
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 15-251
- Units
- About 400 (an additional 4,600 were sold outside the United States)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent toy and bike stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com from July 2014 through June 2015 for about $200 for the 2-wheeler and $230 for the 3-in-1.
- Importer
- Wishbone Design Studio Limited of Yardville, N.J.
Recycled Edition Bikes
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Wishbone Design Studio toll-free at 888-748-7453 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.wishbonedesign.com and click on Product Care and then Safety & Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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