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CO2 Bicycle Tire Inflators Sold at Walmart Recalled by Todson Inc. Due to Risk o...

Published: December 17, 2009Recall ID: 10081Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The pressurized cartridge containing carbon dioxide (CO2) can forcefully separate from the pump head, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves Zefal CO2 bicycle tire inflators with a small pressurized carbon dioxide cartridge. The metal cartridge is threaded into the inflator head, which allows for the controlled release of carbon dioxide into the bicycle inner tube. The recalled inflators have "Zefal EZ+ CO2 inflator" printed on the front of the package. Model number 5602 and UPC number 798661556020 is printed on the back.

Affected Products

CO2 bicycle tire inflators

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/CO2-Bicycle-Tire-Inflators-Sold-at-Walmart-Recalled-by-Todson-Inc-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury
TitleCO2 Bicycle Tire Inflators Sold at Walmart Recalled by Todson Inc. Due to Risk of Injury
Images › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/fbfd9cf6b5434d9ab8e0854ec2070c94.jpg
Images › CaptionPicture of Recalled Bicycle Tire Inflator
Hazards › NameThe pressurized cartridge containing carbon dioxide (CO2) can forcefully separate from the pump head, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
Injuries › NameNone reported.
Products › NameCO2 bicycle tire inflators
Products › TypeBicycles & Accessories
Products › Category I D1850
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 24,000
Recall I D81
Remedies › NameConsumers should immediately stop using the inflators and return them to Walmart for a full refund.
Importers › NameTodson Inc., of North Attleboro, Mass.
Retailers › NameWalmart stores nationwide from August 2009 through November 2009 for about $15.
Recall Date2009-12-17T00:00:00
DescriptionThis recall involves Zefal CO2 bicycle tire inflators with a small pressurized carbon dioxide cartridge. The metal cartridge is threaded into the inflator head, which allows for the controlled release of carbon dioxide into the bicycle inner tube. The recalled inflators have "Zefal EZ+ CO2 inflator" printed on the front of the package. Model number 5602 and UPC number 798661556020 is printed on the back.
Product U P Cs › U P C798661556020
Recall Number10081
Consumer ContactFor additional information, contact Todson Inc. at (800) 213- 4561 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.todson.com
Last Publish Date2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryTaiwan