Product description
Four models of children's bicycles sold in Kmart stores from November 2004 to December 2004:
Hot Wheels 16" Boys Bike Item No. 240 APN 9323247002400
Hot Wheels 20" Boys Bike Item No. 246 APN 9323247002462
Princess 16" Girls Bike Item No.239 APN 9323
Hot Wheels 16" Boys Bike Item No. 240 APN 9323247002400
Hot Wheels 20" Boys Bike Item No. 246 APN 9323247002462
Princess 16" Girls Bike Item No.239 APN 9323
See a list of details to help identify the product.
Reason the product is recalled
Testing indicated that the bicycles have a defective headstem and handle bar system made out of sub standard materials. Potentially these items could bend if put under extreme duress.
The hazards to consumers
Injury.
What consumers should do
Return bicycles to Kmart for a full refund.
Details to help identify the product.
Supplier running the recall
Toy Group Australia (TGA)
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2004/7468 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
