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CPSCRecalled Feb 10, 2015 · #15076

Marin Mountain Bikes Recalls Children's Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Handlebars Can Loosen

Hazard

The handlebars can loosen or separate during use. This can cause the rider to lose control and/or crash, posing the risk of injury.

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Description

This recall involves Marin 2014 model MBX 50 and Tiny Trail boy's and girl's bicycles with 16-inch knobby tires. The single speed bicycles have high-rise handlebars and training wheels. The boy's bicycles were sold in red and have serial number HA14980XXXXXX. The girl's bicycles were sold in purple and have serial number HA14982XXXXXX. Serial numbers are printed on a foil label affixed to the underside of the base of the down tube. "Marin" is printed on the seat and the downtube. "Tiny Trail" or "MBX 50" is printed on the bicycles chain guard.

Product details

Product
2014 Marin MBX 50 and Tiny Trail Bicycles
Type
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
HA14980XXXXXX, HA14982XXXXXX
UPCs
Sold at
Bicycles stores nationwide from September 2013 through December 2014 for about $250.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and contact Marin for a replacement handlebar stem.

View the official CPSC notice