CPSC recall · Reported October 16, 2007
Huffy Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of Bike
The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio recalled The recall involves 2007 model year, multi-speed bicycles with 26-inch, 24-inch or 20-inc….
Huffy Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of Bike was recalled by Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio in October 16, 2007. Reason: The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injur…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to …. Verify recall #08028 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injur….
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- October 16, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08028 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.
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Product description
The recall involves 2007 model year, multi-speed bicycles with 26-inch, 24-inch or 20-inch wheels. The "Howler" was sold in black (model K3587, boy's model), blue (model K4587, men's model), and red (model K6587, men's model). The "Highland" was sold in white (model K4597, women's model) and blue (model K6597, women's model). The name "Howler" or "Highland" is printed on the frame of the bicycle, and the name "Huffy" is on the front of the frame. Model numbers are located on a label on the bottom of the frame where the crank is attached to the bicycle.
Reason for recall
The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08028 |
| Date reported | October 16, 2007 |
| Date initiated | October 16, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 22,000 |
| 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 the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the c…
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- 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
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