CPSC recall · Reported May 25, 2010
Utility Snow Sled Hitch Recalled by Pelican International Due to Injury Hazard
The screw(s) in the hitch can become loose and fall off due to vibrations when items are being towed, allowing the sled and hitch to detach from the towing vehicle. This poses an …
The CPSC recalled The tow hitch pivot is black metal and measures about 9.25 inches in length and 3.25 inch….
Utility Snow Sled Hitch Recalled by Pelican International Due to Injury Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 25, 2010. Reason: The screw(s) in the hitch can become loose and fall off due to vibrations when items are being towed, allowin…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the sled tow hitch and contact the firm to receiv…. Verify recall #10242 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The screw(s) in the hitch can become loose and fall off due to vibrations when items are being towed, allowin….
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- agency class
- May 25, 2010
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10242 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 tow hitch pivot is black metal and measures about 9.25 inches in length and 3.25 inches in diameter. The hitch is used in connection with the Pelican Snow Trek Utility sled. The hitch allows a Snow Trek sled to be connected to a snowmobile or other similar transportation device. Recalled models include: Product code Product name UPC LDT60PC00 Snow Trek 60 with runners and hitch 776324512597 LDT75PC01 Snow Trek 75 with runners and hitch 776324514041 LDT75PD01 Snow Trek 75 with runners, hitch and cover 776324515222 PS2003-1 Kit Sled Tow Hitch 776324511101 PS2003-00 Kit Sled Tow Hitch 776324506480 PS2003-1-00 Kit Sled Two Hitch 776324512689
Reason for recall
The screw(s) in the hitch can become loose and fall off due to vibrations when items are being towed, allowing the sled and hitch to detach from the towing vehicle. This poses an injury hazard to the user and bystanders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the sled tow hitch and contact the firm to receive a free replacement kit and installation instructions.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 10242 |
| Date reported | May 25, 2010 |
| Date initiated | May 25, 2010 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 250 |
| 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 immediately stop using the sled tow hitch and contact the firm to receive a free replacement kit and installatio…
- Check the recall number (10242) 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
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