Kent Midget Racer Mini-Bicycles Recalled Due to Front Fork Defect
Kent International is recalling 28,000 Midget Racer mini-bicycles because the front fork assembly can loosen or break, causing loss of control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect that can cause loss of control and crashes, representing a risk of harm where no injuries have yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
Kent International Inc. is recalling approximately 28,000 "Midget Racer" mini-bicycles due to a defect in the front fork assembly. The front fork can loosen or break, which may cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.
The recalled mini-bicycles are yellow with 8-inch black rubber tires, a black seat, and black handgrips. They measure about 31 inches long and 23 inches high, with "MIDGET RACER" and "KENT" written in red lettering on the frame. These bicycles were sold in New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Minnesota, and Massachusetts from October 2001 through November 2001 for about $70. Kent International has not received any reports of injuries or incidents related to the front forks breaking; the recall is being conducted to prevent possible injuries.
Consumers should stop using these mini-bicycles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or a replacement. For further information, consumers can call Kent International at (800) 451-5368 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
The recalled product
- Product
- Midget Racer mini-bicycle
- Category
- Consumer Product — Bicycles
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 28,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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