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Thule Recalls RideAlong Rear-Mounted Child Bike Seats Due to Chemical Ingestion Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24182
Thule Recalls RideAlong Rear-Mounted Child Bike Seats Due to Chemical Ingestion Hazard
Thule, of Seymour, Connecticut · Thule RideAlong rear-mounted Child Bike Seats
Product Description
This recall involves Thule RideAlong rear-mounted Child Bike Seat that fits most bicycle frames. It was sold in gray with a black 3-point harness padding. The model number and date code can be found on the bottom side of the seat. Only model number 100107 and date codes 21/3-23/10 (March 2021 to October 2023) are included in this recall.
Hazard
The harness padding of Thule RideAlong bike seats can contain flame-retardant DecaBDE in excess of regulatory limits, posing a chemical hazard. DecaBDE can be toxic if it is ingested or comes into contact with skin or eyes.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled RideAlong seat and contact Thule Group to register for free replacement harness padding and to receive instructions on how to return the recalled padding. Thule is contacting all known consumers.
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411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 8,640 (in addition, about 3,880 were sold in canada) of Thule RideAlong rear-mounted Child Bike Seats was announced on April 4, 2024 by the CPSC. The harness padding of Thule RideAlong bike seats can contain flame-retardant DecaBDE in excess of regulatory limits, posing a chemical hazard. Thule, of Seymour, Connecticut initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should receive a free replacement by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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