CPSC recall 23-077, announced December 22, 2022, covers Pacific Igniter and Pacific Bubble Pop 20" kids' bicycles (about 147,000 units). The bicycle's handlebar can become loose during use, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 23 incident reports and 10 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Pacific Cycle to receive a free repair kit, which will contain a bolt, nut, washer and grease packet with instructions to apply grease to the bolt. Recall contact: call 877-564-2261, go to www.pacific-cycle.com/safety-notices-recalls, or email customerservice@pacific-cycle.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: 201230TG, 201231TG.
Which products are included?
This recall involves two models of 20" Pacific Kids' Bicycles. The Pacific Igniter has red with white and black accent colors and the word "Igniter" on the downtube and the Pacific Bubble Pop has pink with blue and black accent colors and the words "Bubble Pop" on the downtube. The model numbers 201230TG, 201231TG are located on the seat tube where it meets the bottom bracket.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's handlebar can become loose during use, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 23 reports of incidents of the bicycle's handlebars becoming loose during use. Ten injuries involving bruising and abrasions have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Pacific Cycle to receive a free repair kit, which will contain a bolt, nut, washer and grease packet with instructions to apply grease to the bolt.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pacific Cycle
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 23-077
- Units
- About 147,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com from July 2020 through September 2022 for about $140.
- Importer
- Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wisconsin
Recall contact information
Pacific Cycle toll-free at 877-564-2261 from 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at customerservice@pacific-cycle.com or online at www.pacific-cycle.com/safety-notices-recalls/ or www.pacific-cycle.com and click on "Safety Notices and Recalls" for more information.
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