Wishbone Design Recalls Recycled Edition Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
USWishbone Design Recalls Recycled Edition Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
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TranslatedThe handlebar can pinch fingers placed at the center where the handlebar connects to the bike frame.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThe Wishbone Recycled (RE) Bikes are made from recycled black plastic materials with 12-inch, air-filled white rubber tires. The adjustable seat height ranges from 9 to 20 inches. The bikes weigh about 10 pounds. The two recalled bikes include one 3-in-1 model, which is adjustable as a 3-wheeler or 2-wheeler with a high seat or low seat; and one 2-wheeler model, which is adjustable with a high or low seat. The date codes for production appear in a round dial on the front frame of the bikes under the seat. Date codes are either December 2013 or May 2014. The year appears in the center of the dial and the arrow points to the month. There is also a Wishbone logo embossed on each bike fork.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedRecycled Edition Bikes
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Wishbone-Design-Recalls-Recycled-Edition-Bikes |
| Title | Wishbone Design Recalls Recycled Edition Bikes Due to Injury Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15251.WBB_recycle_charcoal_HIRIDE.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Wishbone Recycled Hi-rider Bicycle |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15251.WBB_recycle_charcoal_LOWRID.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Wishbone Recycled Low-rider Bicycle |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15251.WBB_recycle_charcoal_TRIKE_.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Wishbone Recycled Tricycle |
| Hazards › Name | The handlebar can pinch fingers placed at the center where the handlebar connects to the bike frame. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm received reports of four incidents, including two injuries. One required stitches and one required restorative surgery. |
| Products › Name | Recycled Edition Bikes |
| Products › Type | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 68242 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 400 (an additional 4,600 were sold outside the United States) |
| Recall I D | 6523 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the bike, take it away from children and contact Wishbone or the store where the bike was purchased for a free neoprene cover for the handlebar. |
| Importers › Name | Wishbone Design Studio Limited of Yardville, N.J. |
| Retailers › Name | Independent toy and bike stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com from July 2014 through June 2015 for about $200 for the 2-wheeler and $230 for the 3-in-1. |
| Recall Date | 2015-09-24T00:00:00 |
| Description | The Wishbone Recycled (RE) Bikes are made from recycled black plastic materials with 12-inch, air-filled white rubber tires. The adjustable seat height ranges from 9 to 20 inches. The bikes weigh about 10 pounds. The two recalled bikes include one 3-in-1 model, which is adjustable as a 3-wheeler or 2-wheeler with a high seat or low seat; and one 2-wheeler model, which is adjustable with a high or low seat. The date codes for production appear in a round dial on the front frame of the bikes under the seat. Date codes are either December 2013 or May 2014. The year appears in the center of the dial and the arrow points to the month. There is also a Wishbone logo embossed on each bike fork. |
| Recall Number | 15251 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Wishbone Design Studio toll-free at 888-748-7453 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.wishbonedesign.com and click on Product Care and then Safety & Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-09-24T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Wishbone Design Recalls Recycled Edition Bikes Due to Injury Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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