Product Recall Number: 08-028
Why was 2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles recalled?
The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Product Recall Number: 08-028
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2007-10-15
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: 2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles
Description: 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" BicyclesUnits: About 22,000Distributor: Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, OhioHazard: 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: ChinaRemedy: 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.
Hazard Description: The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 22,000
Incidents: Huffy has received two reports of the crank coming off, resulting in one injury.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.
Sold At: Kmart stores nationwide from May 2007 through July 2007 for between $80 and $100.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Huffy Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed