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CPSCRecalled Jun 20, 2005 · #05581

CPSC, Nashbar Direct Announce Recall of Bicycle Trailers

Hazard

The bicycle trailers can become unstable when changing directions, due to incorrectly assembled hitch mechanisms, posing a risk of injury to the riders.

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Description

The recall involves tandem bicycle trailers manufactured for and sold by Nashbar Direct. The Lil' Shadow is a black single wheel bicycle trailer that attaches to the seat post of full-size adult bicycles. The bicycle trailer is a curved steel mast with a seat, pedals and handlebar for a small child. The child can help propel the bicycle/trailer combination by means of a chain driven freewheel sprocket on the bicycle trailer's wheel. Every bicycle trailer has a serial number located at the bottom bracket. Bicycle trailers affected have serial numbers PC4F001 through PC4F300.

Product details

Product
2005 Nashbar Lil' Shadow Tandem Trailer
Type
Bicycle Child Carriers/Trailers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
PC4F001, PC4F300
UPCs
Sold at
Nashbar catalog and Web site sales, from October 27, 2004 through May 10, 2005, for about $150.
Made in
Taiwan

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the bicycle trailers immediately and contact Nashbar for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund, plus a $20 gift certificate toward your next purchase.

View the official CPSC notice