CPSC, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes

Active Recall Announced April 25, 2002 CPSC #02148

Quick answer

CPSC, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes is CPSC recall #02148, announced on April 25, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Hitchhiker III trailer bikes are attached to a lead bicycle by a universal joint system with two side bolts and a top-mounted quick-release bolt (as seen in the picture). The recalled NH300 model trailer bikes have the words "HITCHHIKER III" printed in red on the trailer arm and the "InSTEP" logo printed on the bottom tube and the safety flag. The remedy is consumers should stop using these trailer bikes immediately and contact instep for a free repair kit with instructions.. Affected brand: InSTEP LLC.

Hazard

The recalled Hitchhiker III trailer bikes are attached to a lead bicycle by a universal joint system with two side bolts and a top-mounted quick-release bolt (as seen in the picture). The recalled NH300 model trailer bikes have the words "HITCHHIKER III" printed in red on the trailer arm and the "InSTEP" logo printed on the bottom tube and the safety flag.

Affected products

Hitchhiker III Trailer Bikes

Recalled brands

InSTEP LLC

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these trailer bikes immediately and contact InSTEP for a free repair kit with instructions.

Recall date

April 25, 2002

Categories

Bicycles & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02148?

CPSC recall #02148 covers CPSC, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on April 25, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled Hitchhiker III trailer bikes are attached to a lead bicycle by a universal joint system with two side bolts and a top-mounted quick-release bolt (as seen in the picture). The recalled NH300 model trailer bikes have the words "HITCHHIKER III" printed in red on the trailer arm and the "InSTEP" logo printed on the bottom tube and the safety flag.

What is the remedy for recall #02148?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02148 is consumers should stop using these trailer bikes immediately and contact instep for a free repair kit with instructions.. 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, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes 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-InSTEP-LLC-Announce-Recall-of-Trailer-Bikes. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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