CPSC, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-04-25). Hazards: crash, injury. About 4,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02148 |
| Published | 2002-04-25 |
| Last updated | 2025-09-10 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Hitchhiker III Trailer Bikes |
| Firm named in the title | InSTEP LLC |
| Firms | InSTEP LLC, of Mendota Heights, Minn. (importer) |
| Units (US) | 4,300 |
| Hazard classes | crash, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Retail stores nationwide, including Toys "R" Us, The Sports Authority and One Step Ahead, sold the bikes, from February 2001 through May 2001, for between $80 and $110. |
Description
The recalled Hitchhiker III trailer bikes are attached to a lead bicycle by a universal joint system with two side bolts and a top-mounted quick-release bolt (as seen in the picture). The recalled NH300 model trailer bikes have the words "HITCHHIKER III" printed in red on the trailer arm and the "InSTEP" logo printed on the bottom tube and the safety flag.
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these trailer bikes immediately and contact InSTEP for a free repair kit with instructions.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and InSTEP have received 10 reports of universal joint systems failing, including three reports of consumers who suffered contusions and abrasions.
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