CPSCRecalled May 25, 2010 · #10242
Utility Snow Sled Hitch Recalled by Pelican International Due to Injury Hazard
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 injury hazard to the user and bystanders.
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Get started, freeDescription
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
Product details
- Product
- Utility sled tow hitch
- Type
- Sleds
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- LDT60PC00, 776324512597, LDT75PC01, 776324514041, LDT75PD01, 776324515222, PS2003-1, 776324511101, PS2003-00, 776324506480, PS2
- UPCs
- 776324506480, 776324511101, 776324512597, 776324512689, 776324514041, 776324515222
- Sold at
- Paricon Inc., V.G. Grace and other regional distributors and sports retailers nationwide from January 2007 through December 2009 for about $50 if sold alone, and between $130 and $250 if sold with the sled.
- Made in
- China, Canada
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the sled tow hitch and contact the firm to receive a free replacement kit and installation instructions.