CPSCApril 25, 2002consumer
CPSC, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The bike's universal joint system can fail, causing a rider to lose control of the bike. This poses a risk of injury to either of the two riders.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these trailer bikes immediately and contact InSTEP for a free repair kit with instructions.
Brands named
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Recall history
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