CPSCJune 27, 2012

Big Cat Human Powered Vehicles Bicycle recall: Crash Hazard

Big Cat Human Powered Vehicles Recalls Bicycle Due to Crash Hazard

Why was Big Cat Human Powered Vehicles Bicycle recalled?

The bicycle frame can crack, which can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and contact a Catbike dealer for a free frame replacement. Contact: For additional information, please contact Big Cat Human Powered Vehicles toll-free at (866) 276-2281 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.catrike.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Catbike Musashi recumbent bicycle
Company
Big Cat Human Powered Vehicles LLC, of Winter Garden, Fla.
Quantity
About 170 units
Sold at
Catbike authorized dealers nationwide from February 2010 through December 2010 for about $2,350.
Recall date
June 27, 2012
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves model year 2010 Catbike Musashi recumbent bicycles. The bicycles were sold in the following colors: black, white, silver, yellow, orange, red, lime green, pink, blue, candy purple, candy red, candy green, candy blue and sparkle orange. "Musashi" is printed on the frame and "Catbike" is printed on the seat, frame and headrest. Serial numbers CBM0002 to CBM0170 are included in this recall. The serial number can be found underneath the main frame where the seat bottom is located.

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