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Recalled 2007 Huffy "Howler" Bicycle -
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Recalled 2007 Huffy "Highland" Bicycle -
Recalled 2007 Huffy "Highland" Bicycle
The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
About 22,000
For more information, contact Huffy Corp. toll-free at (888) 366-3828 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.huffybikes.com.
Recall Details
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 22,000 2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles. The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Name of Product: 2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles
Units: About 22,000
Distributor: Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio
Hazard: The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Incidents/Injuries: Huffy has received two reports of the crank coming off, resulting in one injury.
Description: The recall involves 2007 model year, multi-speed bicycles with 26-inch, 24-inch or 20-inch wheels. The "Howler" was sold in black (model K3587, boy's model), blue (model K4587, men's model), and red (model K6587, men's model). The "Highland" was sold in white (model K4597, women's model) and blue (model K6597, women's model). The name "Howler" or "Highland" is printed on the frame of the bicycle, and the name "Huffy" is on the front of the frame. Model numbers are located on a label on the bottom of the frame where the crank is attached to the bicycle.
Sold at: Kmart stores nationwide from May 2007 through July 2007 for between $80 and $100.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Huffy Corp. toll-free at (888) 366-3828 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.huffybikes.com.
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.
Huffy has received two reports of the crank coming off, resulting in one injury.
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
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