Chariot bicycle trailers and bicycle trailer conversion kits
Published January 11, 2012
Summary
CPSC records recall 12085, published January 11, 2012. Recalling firm: Thule Child Transport Systems Ltd., dba Chariot Carriers, of Calgary, Canada; Reported units: About 44,000 bicycle trailers and 70,000 bicycle trailer conversion kits.
What's the hazard
The bicycle trailer's hitch mechanisms can crack and break, causing the trailer to detach from the bicycle. This poses an injury hazard to children in the bicycle trailer.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle trailers and bicycle trailer conversion kits and contact Chariot Carriers for a free repair kit which the consumer can install.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Thule Child Transport Systems Ltd., dba Chariot Carriers, of Calgary, Canada
- Manufacturer
- Thule Child Transport Systems Ltd., dba Chariot Carriers, of Calgary, Canada
- Distributor
- Specialty bicycle stores nationwide and on various websites from December 2005 through August 2010 for between $400 and $925 for Chariot bicycle trailers and from October 2002 through August 2011 for between $40 and $70 for bicycle trailer conversion kits.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Chariot bicycle trailers and bicycle trailer conversion kits recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 12085 on January 11, 2012. Reported hazard: The bicycle trailer's hitch mechanisms can crack and break, causing the trailer to detach from the bicycle. This poses an injury hazard to children in the bicycle trailer.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle trailers and bicycle trailer conversion kits and contact Chariot Carriers for a free repair kit which the consumer can install.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Thule Child Transport Systems Ltd., dba Chariot Carriers, of Calgary, Canada.