REI Novara Afterburner Trailer Bicycles

Description: REI Recalls Children’s Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children Recall Alert U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 September 18, 2007 Alert #07-578 REI Recalls Children’s Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Novara Afterburner Trailer Bicycles Units: About 5,200 Distributor: Recreational Equipment Inc.(REI), of Kent, Wash. Hazard: The children’s trailer bicycle can detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children. Incidents/Injuries: REI has received one report of a children’s trailer bicycle detaching from the adult bicycle. No injuries have been reported. Description: 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. Sold at: REI stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $160. Manufactured in: China 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. Consumer 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. [Learn More]