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

CPSC · 08156 · published 2008-01-08

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Hazard

The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the trailer bicycle immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.

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Affected products

Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.

InStep "Pathfinder," Schwinn "Run About," and Mongoose "Alley Cat" Trailer Bicycles

Brands in this recall

Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.

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