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CPSC, Haro Bicycle Corp. Announce Recall of Bicycles
Recalled August 29, 2002 · CPSC recall 02240 · Haro Bicycle
Hazard
The length of the crank arm in the 2003 model fails to allow sufficient space between the rider's foot and the front wheel, when the front wheel is turned backwards. The rider's foot could come in contact with the front wheel, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer serious injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Haro to learn where to take their bicycles to have the crankset replaced free of charge.
Units
About 1,100
Incidents / injuries
Haro has not received any reports of incidents or injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Description
The recall includes the 2003 Haro BMX freestyle bicycles. The models involved are the F2 and the Backtrail XO. The model names are printed on the top and down tube of the F2, and on the top tube of the Backtrail XO.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Haro to learn where to take their bicycles to have the crankset replaced free of charge.
Contact
For more information, consumers can contact Haro toll-free at (800) 289-4276 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Product
BMX freestyle bicycles
Imported by
Haro Bicycle Corp., of Vista, Calif.
Retailers
Independent bicycle shops nationwide sold these bicycles, from May 2002 through August 2002, for between $190 and $200.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →