Recalls / 2003-10-02
CPSC, Park Tool USA Announce Recall of Bicycle Floor Pump
04003 · Recalled 2003-10-02 · CPSC page
Description
The pump is chrome and "Park Tool USA" is written in white letters on the side. Only units manufactured prior to August 2003 with a black indicator on the pressure gauge are included in the recall. Pumps with blue indicators on the pressure gauge that are manufactured after August 2003 are not included.
Hazards
The bicycle pump can become over-pressurized with air, forcing the handle to quickly and unexpectedly rise upward, possibly injuring the user.
Reported injuries
Park Tool USA has received reports of three injuries. They include a chipped tooth, a small laceration on the chin and bruises.
Remedy
Contact Park Tool to receive a replacement pump and instructions on how to switch the parts from the old pump to the new pump.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Bicycle Floor Pump | 4,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Park Tool USA
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Specialty bicycle retailers sold the bicycle pump, from March 2003 through August 2003, for about $80.
Consumer contact
Call Park Tool at (888) 568-4959 between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Tuesday through Friday or visit the website at www.parktool.com
Source: CPSC recall 04003. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.