CPSC, Kent International Inc. Announce Recall of "Midget Racer" Mini-Bicycles

Active Recall Announced January 3, 2002 CPSC #02081

Quick answer

CPSC, Kent International Inc. Announce Recall of "Midget Racer" Mini-Bicycles is CPSC recall #02081, announced on January 3, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The "Midget Racer" mini-bicycle is yellow with 8-inch black rubber tires, black seat and black handgrips. The mini-bicycle is about 31 inches long and 23 inches high. "MIDGET RACER" and "KENT" are written in red lettering on the frame of the bicycle. Kent previously notified many of the consumers who purchased the recalled mini-bicycles about the recall, but about 2,200 of the mini- bicycles still have not been returned. All Kent mini-bicycles have black plastic caps on the tops of the front-wheel fork. Kent mini-bicycles with black plastic caps covering the chrome portion of the tops and sides of the front-wheel fork are not included in this recall. The remedy is consumers should stop using these midget racer mini-bicycles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or to receive a replacement mini-bicycle.. Affected brand: Kent International Inc..

Hazard

The "Midget Racer" mini-bicycle is yellow with 8-inch black rubber tires, black seat and black handgrips. The mini-bicycle is about 31 inches long and 23 inches high. "MIDGET RACER" and "KENT" are written in red lettering on the frame of the bicycle. Kent previously notified many of the consumers who purchased the recalled mini-bicycles about the recall, but about 2,200 of the mini- bicycles still have not been returned. All Kent mini-bicycles have black plastic caps on the tops of the front-wheel fork. Kent mini-bicycles with black plastic caps covering the chrome portion of the tops and sides of the front-wheel fork are not included in this recall.

Affected products

"Midget Racer" mini-bicycle

Recalled brands

Kent International Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these Midget Racer mini-bicycles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or to receive a replacement mini-bicycle.

Recall date

January 3, 2002

Categories

Bicycles & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02081?

CPSC recall #02081 covers CPSC, Kent International Inc. Announce Recall of "Midget Racer" Mini-Bicycles, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 3, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The "Midget Racer" mini-bicycle is yellow with 8-inch black rubber tires, black seat and black handgrips. The mini-bicycle is about 31 inches long and 23 inches high. "MIDGET RACER" and "KENT" are written in red lettering on the frame of the bicycle. Kent previously notified many of the consumers who purchased the recalled mini-bicycles about the recall, but about 2,200 of the mini- bicycles still have not been returned. All Kent mini-bicycles have black plastic caps on the tops of the front-wheel fork. Kent mini-bicycles with black plastic caps covering the chrome portion of the tops and sides of the front-wheel fork are not included in this recall.

What is the remedy for recall #02081?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02081 is consumers should stop using these midget racer mini-bicycles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or to receive a replacement mini-bicycle.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Kent International Inc. Announce Recall of "Midget Racer" Mini-Bicycles on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Kent-International-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Midget-Racer-Mini-Bicycles. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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