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CPSCRecalled Oct 10, 2001 · #02012

CPSC, Wysco Inc. Announce Recall of "Runt"™ Mini-Bicycles

Hazard

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.

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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.

Product details

Product
Runt™ brand mini-bicycles
Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Bicycle, toy, discount department, convenience, and specialty stores nationwide, and mail order catalogs and web sites sold these mini-bicycles, from January 2001 through July 2001, for about $100.

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice