REI Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children

Active Recall Announced September 18, 2007 CPSC #07578

Quick answer

REI Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children is CPSC recall #07578, announced on September 18, 2007. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Novara Afterburner trailer bicycle, a single-wheel children's bicycle that attaches to, and cannot be operated independently of, an adult bicycle. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle trailer, visit the nearest rei store or contact rei for a free replacement part, a full refund or credit.. Affected brand: Recreational Equipment Inc.(REI).

Hazard

This recall involves the Novara Afterburner trailer bicycle, a single-wheel children's bicycle that attaches to, and cannot be operated independently of, an adult bicycle.

Affected products

Novara Afterburner Trailer Bicycles

Recalled brands

Recreational Equipment Inc.(REI)

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle trailer, visit the nearest REI store or contact REI for a free replacement part, a full refund or credit.

Recall date

September 18, 2007

Categories

Bicycles & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #07578?

CPSC recall #07578 covers REI Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on September 18, 2007. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Novara Afterburner trailer bicycle, a single-wheel children's bicycle that attaches to, and cannot be operated independently of, an adult bicycle.

What is the remedy for recall #07578?

The CPSC remedy for recall #07578 is consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle trailer, visit the nearest rei store or contact rei for a free replacement part, a full refund or credit.. 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 REI Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children 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/2007/REI-Recalls-Childrens-Trailer-Bicycles-Can-Detach-from-Adult-Bicycle-and-Injure-Children. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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