Huffy Recalls Slider Tricycles Due to Loss of Control Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us
What's being recalled
2012 Huffy® 20-Inch Slider Tricycle
Units: About 5,040
The recalled product is 2012 model year 20-inch, three-wheeled Slider. The tricycle has a white frame with a black seat and black handlebars. "Huffy" is printed on the front of the frame; "Slider" is printed on the frame's side. The model number, 98682, is located on the frame under the seat.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The handlebar can unexpectedly loosen while in use, causing the rider to lose control. This poses crash and fall hazards for the rider.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
None reported
What CPSC says to do
Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the tricycle and contact Huffy for instructions on how to obtain a refund.
How to contact the company
Huffy toll-free at (888) 366-3828 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.huffybikes.com and click on "Product Recall" on the bottom of the page.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 13170, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.