Radio Flyer Recalls 24,975 Tricycles Due to Front Fork Weld Failure Risk

Plain-English summary

Radio Flyer, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 24,975 Tornado and Power Trike tricycles in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall involves specific models: the 300 Tornado (blue with light blue trim), PTG Power Trike (green with red trim), PTP Power Trike (purple with pink trim), and PTB Power Trike (blue with light blue trim). These tricycles feature front wheels approximately 12 inches in diameter. The Tornado models were sold nationwide through warehouse club outlets in the Western United States between August 1, 1994, and December 31, 1994, for approximately $29.99. The three Power Trike models were sold nationwide through various retailers from August 1, 1994, through June 1995, for approximately $39.99.

The hazard exists because a weld on the front fork may fail during use, which could cause a child riding the tricycle to fall. CPSC is aware of one incident in which a child received minor injuries from a fall after the front fork weld failed. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of further injury arising from the defective fork weld.

Consumers should inspect their tricycle to determine if it is affected. If the 1.5-inch washer between the front fork and the tricycle frame is the same color as the frame, the tricycle is affected, and consumers should take it away from children immediately. Tricycles with black 1.5-inch washers are not affected. Consumers should call Radio Flyer, Inc. at (800) 621-7613 for a free replacement piece. Alternatively, consumers may return the tricycle to the store where it was purchased for an exchange or refund.

The recalled product

Product

Radio Flyer Power Trike tricycles

Manufacturer

Radio Flyer

Category

Consumer Product — Toys / Ride-on

Hazard

• fall
• structural-failure

Distribution

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