Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported July 30, 2001
CPSC, Acetrike Bicycle Co. Announce Recall of Children's Bicycles
The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries.
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Acetrike Bicycle Co., of Taiwan recalled The recall includes bicycles having date codes of April 2000 and earlier. The date code i… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Acetrike Bicycle Co. Announce Recall of Children's Bicycles was recalled by Acetrike Bicycle Co., of Taiwan in July 30, 2001. Reason: The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries.. Remedy: Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and call Huffy Bicycle Co. to de…. Verify recall #01212 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Acetrike Bicycle Co., of Taiwan issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries..
- Moderate
- severity level
- July 30, 2001
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01212 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #01212) was formally reported on July 30, 2001. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Acetrike Bicycle Co., of Taiwan is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 38,800.
The documented reason for this recall is: The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and call Huffy Bicycle Co. to determine if their bicycle is part of the recall. Consumers with a recalled bicycle will receive a replacement b… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Outdoor & Sports recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 510 outdoor & sports recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 38,800
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recall includes bicycles having date codes of April 2000 and earlier. The date code is molded on the bicycles' left rear frame, at the point of attachment of the rear wheel. The model name is written on the bike's frame. The following models are involved: "Cool Taz", 12-inch boy's style "Sweet Tweety", 12-inch girl's style "Mudslinger", 16-inch boy's style "Secret Treasures", 16-inch girl's style "Rugrats", 16-inch boy's style "Best Friends", 16-inch girl's style "Space Racer", 12-inch boy's style "Fairy Magic", 12-inch girl's style "MX1200", 12-inch boy's style "High Gear", 12-inch boy's style "MX 1800", 16-inch boy's style
Reason for recall
The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and call Huffy Bicycle Co. to determine if their bicycle is part of the recall. Consumers with a recalled bicycle will receive a replacement bicycle free of charge.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01212 |
| Date reported | July 30, 2001 |
| Date initiated | July 30, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Acetrike Bicycle Co., of Taiwan |
| Affected scope | About 38,800 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and call Huffy Bicycle Co. to determine if their bicycle is part of the …
- Check the recall number (01212) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recall includes bicycles having date codes of April 2000 and earlier. The date code is molded on the bicycles' left rear frame, at the point of attachment of the rear wheel. The model name is written on the bike's frame. The following models are involved: "Cool Taz", 12-inch boy's style "Sweet Tweety", 12-inch girl's style "Mudslinger", 16-inch boy's style "Secret Treasures", 16-inch girl's style "Rugrats", 16-inch boy's style "Best Friends", 16-inch girl's style "Space Racer", 12-inch boy's style "Fairy Magic", 12-inch girl's style "MX1200", 12-inch boy's style "High Gear", 12-inch boy's style "MX 1800", 16-inch boy's style. Recalled by Acetrike Bicycle Co., of Taiwan. Units affected: About 38,800.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The frames of these bikes can break, causing the riders to fall and suffer injuries.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and call Huffy Bicycle Co. to determine if their bicycle is part of the recall. Consumers with a recalled bicycle will receive a replacement bicycle free of charge.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 30, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01212.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (01212) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported July 30, 2001. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.