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TerraTrike Recalls Adult Tricycles Due to Crash Hazard

Reported: September 27, 2018 Initiated: September 27, 2018 #18236

Product Description

These recalled products are TerraTrike adult, pedal powered, orange, green or yellow tricycles. They have two wheels in the front and one wheel in the back and a black canvas seat. Recalled models include: TerraTrike Rambler x16 (orange), Rambler All Terrain (green) and Rambler E.V.O. (yellow). The trikes, depending upon model, come with either three 20-inch wheels or three 24-inch wheels. The model names are located on the outrigger tubes that come out of the main tube and connect to the front wheels. The serial numbers included in this recall are listed on the firm's website at www.terratrike.com and are located under the main tube on a barcoded sticker near the rear wheel. The serial numbers are also stamped into the head (vertical) tube of the outrigger.

Reason for Recall

The right hand wheel hubmount can bend or break, allowing the user to lose control of the trike, which can result in serious injury or death.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These recalled products are TerraTrike adult, pedal powered, orange, green or yellow tricycles. They have two wheels in the front and one wheel in the back and a black canvas seat. Recalled models include: TerraTrike Rambler x16 (orange), Rambler All Terrain (green) and Rambler E.V.O. (yellow). The trikes, depending upon model, come with either three 20-inch wheels or three 24-inch wheels. The model names are located on the outrigger tubes that come out of the main tube and connect to the front wheels. The serial numbers included in this recall are listed on the firm's website at www.terratrike.com and are located under the main tube on a barcoded sticker near the rear wheel. The serial numbers are also stamped into the head (vertical) tube of the outrigger.. Recalled by Forever Machine Industrial Co., Ltd., of Taichung, Taiwan. Units affected: 600.
Why was this product recalled?
The right hand wheel hubmount can bend or break, allowing the user to lose control of the trike, which can result in serious injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled trikes and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 27, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18236.