Official recall notice
CPSC, Huffy Bicycle Co. Announce Recall of Men's Mountain Bicycles
- Recall date
- 1999-12-13
- Category
- Consumer Product
- Units affected
- 18,600
Why it was recalled
Hazard
The frames of these bicycles can break apart, causing falls and serious injuries to riders.
Recommended action
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles, and call Huffy for information on receiving a free replacement bicycle.
Product description
The recall involves ALX 1000 bicycles with model number 26809, which are silver and blue; ALX 1500 bicycles with model number 26849, which are silver and green; and Aluminum 300 bicycles with model number K6809, which are silver and black. The model number is located on the bottom of the frame near the crank and pedals. The bicycles have "HUFFY" written on the down tube.
Reported incidents
Huffy has received two reports of the bicycle frames breaking, resulting in serious head and back injuries, as well as abrasions and contusions to riders.