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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2007-10-16

Huffy Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of Bike

Is my product affected?

2007 Huffy "Howler" and "Highland" Bicycles

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

What happened

Huffy Corp. is recalling 2007 model year bicycles because the crank can unexpectedly come off, which may cause riders to lose control, fall, and suffer serious injuries. The recall includes "Howler" and "Highland" models with 20-inch, 24-inch, or 26-inch wheels in various colors. The "Howler" comes in black (model K3587), blue (model K4587), or red (model K6587), while the "Highland" comes in white (model K4597) or blue (model K6597). The model number can be found on a label at the bottom of the bicycle frame where the crank attaches.

If you own one of these bicycles, you should stop using it immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.

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

Hazard

The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.

What should I do?

Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.

Details from the source

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.

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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