CPSC, Huffy Bicycle Co. Announce Recall of Men's Mountain Bicycles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1999-12-13). Hazards: fall. Models: 26809, 26849, K6809. About 18,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00030 |
| Published | 1999-12-13 |
| Last updated | 1999-12-13 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Huffy ALX 1000 bicycles (model no. 26809); ALX 1500 bicycles (model no. 26849), and Aluminum 300 bicycles (model no. K6809) |
| Firm named in the title | Huffy Bicycle Co. |
| Firms | Huffy Bicycle Co., of Miamisburg, Ohio (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 18,600 |
| Model numbers | 26809, 26849, K6809 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Discount department stores and sporting good stores, including Kmart, Ames, The Sports Authority, Service Merchandise and TRU*SERV, sold these bicycles nationwide, from June 1998 through September 1999, for about $160. |
Description
The recall involves ALX 1000 bicycles with model number 26809, which are silver and blue; ALX 1500 bicycles with model number 26849, which are silver and green; and Aluminum 300 bicycles with model number K6809, which are silver and black. The model number is located on the bottom of the frame near the crank and pedals. The bicycles have "HUFFY" written on the down tube.
Hazard
The frames of these bicycles can break apart, causing falls and serious injuries to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles, and call Huffy for information on receiving a free replacement bicycle.
Incidents and injuries
Huffy has received two reports of the bicycle frames breaking, resulting in serious head and back injuries, as well as abrasions and contusions to riders.
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