2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles
CPSC Recall #08-028 — October 15, 2007
Product
2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 22,000 2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles. The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.Name of Product: 2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" BicyclesUnits: About 22,000Distributor: Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, OhioHazard: The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.Incidents/Injuries: Huffy has received two reports of the crank coming off, resulting in one injury.Description: The recall involves 2007 model year, multi-speed bicycles with 26-inch, 24-inch or 20-inch wheels. The "Howler" was sold in black (model K3587, boy's model), blue (model K4587, men's model), and red (model K6587, men's model). The "Highland" was sold in white (model K4597, women's model) and blue (model K6597, women's model). The name "Howler" or "Highland" is printed on the frame of the bicycle, and the name "Huffy" is on the front of the frame. Model numbers are located on a label on the bottom of the frame where the crank is attached to the bicycle.Sold at: Kmart stores nationwide from May 2007 through July 2007 for between $80 and $100.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Huffy Corp. toll-free at (888) 366-3828 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.huffybikes.com.
Hazard
The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Incidents / Injuries
Huffy has received two reports of the crank coming off, resulting in one injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.
Units Affected
About 22,000
Sold At
Kmart stores nationwide from May 2007 through July 2007 for between $80 and $100.
Manufactured In
China