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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2010-05-25

Utility Snow Sled Hitch Recalled by Pelican International Due to Injury Hazard

Is my product affected?

Utility sled tow hitch

  • Brand Pelican International, of Quebec, Canada
  • UPC 776324506480
  • UPC 776324511101
  • UPC 776324512597
  • UPC 776324512689
  • UPC 776324514041
  • UPC 776324515222

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Pelican International is recalling utility snow sled hitches because screws in the hitch can loosen and fall off due to vibrations from towing. When this happens, the sled and hitch can detach from the towing vehicle, creating a risk of injury to users and bystanders. The recalled products include Snow Trek 60 and Snow Trek 75 sleds with hitches, as well as standalone Kit Sled Tow Hitch products.

According to the recall, consumers should immediately stop using the sled tow hitch and contact Pelican International to receive a free replacement kit and installation instructions.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The screw(s) in the hitch can become loose and fall off due to vibrations when items are being towed, allowing the sled and hitch to detach from the towing vehicle. This poses an injury hazard to the user and bystanders.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the sled tow hitch and contact the firm to receive a free replacement kit and installation instructions.

Details from the source

The tow hitch pivot is black metal and measures about 9.25 inches in length and 3.25 inches in diameter. The hitch is used in connection with the Pelican Snow Trek Utility sled. The hitch allows a Snow Trek sled to be connected to a snowmobile or other similar transportation device. Recalled models include: Product code Product name UPC LDT60PC00 Snow Trek 60 with runners and hitch 776324512597 LDT75PC01 Snow Trek 75 with runners and hitch 776324514041 LDT75PD01 Snow Trek 75 with runners, hitch and cover 776324515222 PS2003-1 Kit Sled Tow Hitch 776324511101 PS2003-00 Kit Sled Tow Hitch 776324506480 PS2003-1-00 Kit Sled Two Hitch 776324512689

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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