CPSC recall · Reported October 10, 2001
CPSC, Wysco Inc. Announce Recall of "Runt"™ Mini-Bicycles
These bicycles do not have any brakes, which are required by the CPSC standard for bicycles of this type. The CPSC standard also requires that these bicycles have chain guards, to…
Wysco Inc., of Baldwin Park, Calif. recalled The "Runt"™ mini-bicycles are about 24 inches long and 26 inches high with 6-inch wheels.….
CPSC, Wysco Inc. Announce Recall of "Runt"™ Mini-Bicycles was recalled by Wysco Inc., of Baldwin Park, Calif. in October 10, 2001. Reason: These bicycles do not have any brakes, which are required by the CPSC standard for bicycles of this type. The…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these Runt bicycles immediately and get a free repair kit. To…. Verify recall #02012 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Wysco Inc., of Baldwin Park, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-These bicycles do not have any brakes, which are required by the CPSC standard for bicycles of this type. The….
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- October 10, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02012 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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.
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Product description
The "Runt"™ mini-bicycles are about 24 inches long and 26 inches high with 6-inch wheels. They have adjustable seats and handlebars with quick release levers. The bicycles are red, blue, black or chrome in color with black seats and handle grips. The word "RUNT" and the Runt logo of a dog's face are on the front of the steering column.
Reason for recall
These bicycles do not have any brakes, which are required by the CPSC standard for bicycles of this type. The CPSC standard also requires that these bicycles have chain guards, to prevent riders from getting fingers, toes and clothing caught in the gears.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these Runt bicycles immediately and get a free repair kit. To order a free repair kit and for more information, call Wysco.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02012 |
| Date reported | October 10, 2001 |
| Date initiated | October 10, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Wysco Inc., of Baldwin Park, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 95,000 |
| 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 using these Runt bicycles immediately and get a free repair kit. To order a free repair kit and for more in…
- Check the recall number (02012) 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.
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