Recalls / 2002-01-03

CPSC, Kent International Inc. Announce Recall of "Midget Racer" Mini-Bicycles

02081 · Recalled 2002-01-03 · CPSC page

Description

The "Midget Racer" mini-bicycle is yellow with 8-inch black rubber tires, black seat and black handgrips. The mini-bicycle is about 31 inches long and 23 inches high. "MIDGET RACER" and "KENT" are written in red lettering on the frame of the bicycle. Kent previously notified many of the consumers who purchased the recalled mini-bicycles about the recall, but about 2,200 of the mini- bicycles still have not been returned. All Kent mini-bicycles have black plastic caps on the tops of the front-wheel fork. Kent mini-bicycles with black plastic caps covering the chrome portion of the tops and sides of the front-wheel fork are not included in this recall.

Hazards

The front fork assembly on these mini-bicycles can loosen or break, and cause the rider to lose control and crash.

Reported injuries

Kent International has not received any reports of injuries or incidents relating to the front forks on these mini-bicycles breaking. This recall is being conducted to prevent possible injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these Midget Racer mini-bicycles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or to receive a replacement mini-bicycle.

Products

Name	Model	Units
"Midget Racer" mini-bicycle		28,000

Parties

Distributor: Kent International Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
Sold at: Discount department, bicycle, wholesale club, toy stores sold these mini-bicycles in New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Minnesota, Massachusetts, from October 2001 through November 2001, for about $70.

Consumer contact

For further information, call Kent International at (800) 451-5368 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Source: CPSC recall 02081. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.