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Wishbone Design Recalls Recycled Edition Bikes Due to Injury Hazard

Reported: September 24, 2015 Initiated: September 24, 2015 #15251

Product Description

The Wishbone Recycled (RE) Bikes are made from recycled black plastic materials with 12-inch, air-filled white rubber tires. The adjustable seat height ranges from 9 to 20 inches. The bikes weigh about 10 pounds. The two recalled bikes include one 3-in-1 model, which is adjustable as a 3-wheeler or 2-wheeler with a high seat or low seat; and one 2-wheeler model, which is adjustable with a high or low seat. The date codes for production appear in a round dial on the front frame of the bikes under the seat. Date codes are either December 2013 or May 2014. The year appears in the center of the dial and the arrow points to the month. There is also a Wishbone logo embossed on each bike fork.

Reason for Recall

The handlebar can pinch fingers placed at the center where the handlebar connects to the bike frame.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the bike, take it away from children and contact Wishbone or the store where the bike was purchased for a free neoprene cover for the handlebar.

Details

Units Affected
About 400 (an additional 4,600 were sold outside the United States)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Wishbone Recycled (RE) Bikes are made from recycled black plastic materials with 12-inch, air-filled white rubber tires. The adjustable seat height ranges from 9 to 20 inches. The bikes weigh about 10 pounds. The two recalled bikes include one 3-in-1 model, which is adjustable as a 3-wheeler or 2-wheeler with a high seat or low seat; and one 2-wheeler model, which is adjustable with a high or low seat. The date codes for production appear in a round dial on the front frame of the bikes under the seat. Date codes are either December 2013 or May 2014. The year appears in the center of the dial and the arrow points to the month. There is also a Wishbone logo embossed on each bike fork.. Units affected: About 400 (an additional 4,600 were sold outside the United States).
Why was this product recalled?
The handlebar can pinch fingers placed at the center where the handlebar connects to the bike frame.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the bike, take it away from children and contact Wishbone or the store where the bike was purchased for a free neoprene cover for the handlebar.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 24, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15251.