CPSC, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2133.
The recalled Hitchhiker III trailer bikes are attached to a lead bicycle by a universal joint system with two side bolts and a top-mounted quick-release bolt (as seen in the picture). The recalled NH300 model trailer bikes have the words "HITCHHIKER III" printed in red on the trailer arm and the "InSTEP" logo printed on the bottom tube and the safety flag.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2133.
Consumers should stop using these trailer bikes immediately and contact InSTEP for a free repair kit with instructions.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Retail Stores Nationwide, Including Toys "r" Us, The Sports Authority And One Step Ahead, Sold The Bikes, From February 2001 Through May 2001, For Between $80 And $110. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2133.
Consumers may contact InSTEP at (800) 242-6110 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or by e-mail at info@instep.net. For more information, consumers can log on to the company's website at www.instep.net
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Retail Stores Nationwide, Including Toys "r" Us, The Sports Authority And One Step Ahead, Sold The Bikes, From February 2001 Through May 2001, For Between $80 And $110. Recall FAQ
Retail Stores Nationwide, Including Toys "r" Us, The Sports Authority And One Step Ahead, Sold The Bikes, From February 2001 Through May 2001, For Between $80 And $110. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, InSTEP LLC Announce Recall of Trailer Bikes. The notice was published on April 25, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 4,300 units are potentially affected.