REI Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children
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The hazard
The children's trailer bicycle can detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children.
Incidents reported: REI has received one report of a children's trailer bicycle detaching from the adult bicycle. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
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.
Contact: For additional information, contact REI at (800) 426-4840 between 4 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT seven days a week, visit the company's Web site at www.rei.com or contact your local REI store.
About this recall
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.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC