Recalls / 2016-11-02
Running Trainer Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Run4.com (Recall Alert)
17708 · Recalled 2016-11-02 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the Gen 2 Bionic Runner bicycles that mimic running motion. The bicycles are black and have red pedals and red trim around the wheels. The bicycles have a folding frame and "BIONIC RUNNER" is printed in white on the side of the stirrups.
Hazards
The pedals can detach from the bicycle, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Reported injuries
The firm has received one report of a pedal detaching from the bicycle, resulting in an injury to a rider who fell off the bicycle and scraped the rider's knees and finger.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Running Trainer to receive free replacement pedals. The firm has contacted all registered owners directly.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Bionic runner bicycles | 240 (in addition, 5 were sold in Canada) |
Parties
- Importer
- Running Trainer, of Australia
- Distributor
- Ship to Order, of Las Vegas, Nev.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Online at Running Trainer's website, www.run4.com, from May 2016 through September 2016 for about $900.
Consumer contact
Running Trainer at 800-603-4631 from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, email at support@run4.com or online at www.run4.com and click on "Safety Notices" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 17708. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.