Harley-Davidson 16-inch BMX Bicycles
CPSC Recall #05-256 — September 1, 2005
Product
Harley-Davidson 16-inch BMX Bicycles
Description
The bicycle has a yellow and red painted flame pattern with a yellow fork and a sticker containing the words "Harley-Davidson" on the fork leg. Only bicycles with the following serial numbers are being recalled:02F0026155 through 02F003245403A0007772 through 03A001327103A0018849 through 03A002734803B0004011 through 03B000746003C0019597 through 03C002349603D0006431 through 03D000803003E0022835 through 03E002313403F0027500 through 03F003105903F0037194 through 03F004049303F0026276 through 03F003327503F0040194 through 03F0045493The serial number can be found on the bottom bracket shell, which is located underneath the pedals and can be viewed by turning the bicycle upside down.
Hazard
The fork that holds the front wheel can separate at the weld, causing the rider to fall and suffer injuries.
Incidents / Injuries
World Wide Cycle Supply Inc. has received 15 reports of fork welds breaking on these bicycles. There have been reports of six riders suffering injuries including injuries to the face, hands and mouth such as bruises, lacerations and lost teeth.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding the bicycle immediately and return it to a Toys "R" Us store for store credit in the amount of the purchase price.
Units Affected
About 25,000
Sold At
Toys "R" Us stores nationwide from July 2002 through June 2005 for about $80.