Huffy Slider Tricycles recall: Loss of Control Hazard
Huffy Recalls Slider Tricycles Due to Loss of Control Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us
Why was Huffy Slider Tricycles recalled?
The handlebar can unexpectedly loosen while in use, causing the rider to lose control. This poses crash and fall hazards for the rider.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the tricycle and contact Huffy for instructions on how to obtain a refund. Contact: Huffy toll-free at (888) 366-3828 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.huffybikes.com and click on "Product Recall" on the bottom of the page.
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
- 2012 Huffy® 20-Inch Slider Tricycle
- Company
- Huffy Corp. of Centerville, Ohio
- Quantity
- About 5,040
- Sold at
- Toys R Us nationwide from January 2013 through February 2013 for about $100.
- Recall date
- April 17, 2013
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled product is 2012 model year 20-inch, three-wheeled Slider. The tricycle has a white frame with a black seat and black handlebars. "Huffy" is printed on the front of the frame; "Slider" is printed on the frame's side. The model number, 98682, is located on the frame under the seat.