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Recalled "Runt"™ mini-bicycle -
"Runt"™ logo
These bicycles do not have any brakes, which are required by the CPSC standard for bicycles of this type. The CPSC standard also requires these bicycles to have chain guards to prevent riders from getting fingers, toes and clothing caught in the gears.
About 95,000
For more information, consumers may call Wysco toll-free at (866) 868-7868 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wysco Inc., of Baldwin Park, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 95,000 "Runt"™ brand mini-bicycles. These bicycles do not have any brakes, which are required by the CPSC standard for bicycles of this type. The CPSC standard also requires these bicycles to have chain guards to prevent riders from getting fingers, toes and clothing caught in the gears.
Wysco has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving these mini-bicycles. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
The "Runt"™ mini-bicycles are about 24 inches long and 26 inches high with 6-inch wheels. They have adjustable seats and handlebars with quick release levers. The bicycles are red, blue, black or chrome in color with black seats and handle grips. The word "RUNT" and the Runt logo of a dog's face are on the front of the steering column.
Bicycle, toy, discount department, convenience, and specialty stores nationwide, and mail order catalogs and websites sold these mini-bicycles from January 2001 through July 2001 for about $100.
Consumers should stop using these Runt bicycles immediately and get a free repair kit. To order a free repair kit and for more information, call Wysco toll-free at (866) 868-7868 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Consumers should stop using these Runt bicycles immediately and get a free repair kit. To order a free repair kit and for more information, call Wysco toll-free at (866) 868-7868 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Wysco has not received any reports of incidents or injuries involving these mini-bicycles.
Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic. Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.
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