Warning
woom Bikes USA Recalls woom ORIGINAL Kids' Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #23239
woom Bikes USA Recalls woom ORIGINAL Kids' Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
woom Bikes USA, of Austin, Texas · woom ORIGINAL Bicycles
Product Description
This recall involves all sizes of woom ORIGINAL 2018 - 2021 model bikes. The stems on these bikes have one silver bolt to clamp onto the steerer tube. These bikes are designed for children between 18 months and 14 years. They were sold in six versions: woom 1, woom 1 Plus, woom 2, woom 3, woom 4, woom 5 and woom 6. The woom 1 and woom 1 PLUS are balance bikes, woom 2 through 6 are pedal bikes. These bikes were sold in red, green, blue, purple and yellow colors. The word "woom" in white letters is displayed on the sides of the downtube. The word "woom" in metallic letters is also visible on the front of the headtube. The markings "#woombikes" in black letters on chain stay and wheel size in black on sides of the front fork.
Hazard
The stem and handlebar on the bikes can detach and cause riders to lose control, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles and contact woom Bikes USA for a free repair kit. woom Bikes USA is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 77 reports of the handlebar stem detaching or loosening, resulting in 19 injuries involving bruising, cuts or abrasions.
411 Press Analysis
The firm has received 77 reports of the handlebar stem detaching or loosening, resulting in 19 injuries involving bruising, cuts or abrasions. The CPSC has recalled about 84,000 (in addition, 533 were sold in canada) of woom ORIGINAL Bicycles, manufactured by woom Bikes USA, of Austin, Texas. The recall was announced on July 6, 2023. The stem and handlebar on the bikes can detach and cause riders to lose control, posing a fall hazard. Consumers should discontinue use and schedule a free repair. The manufacturer has confirmed the recall and is providing remedy options to affected purchasers. Report any incidents involving this product to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.
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