Reason the product is recalled
This bicycle does not comply with the mandatory standard for pedal bicycles (Consumer Protection Notice No. 6 of 2004 'Consumer Product Safety Standard: Pedal Bicycles: Safety Requirements').
The standard requires a children's bicycle to be fitted with two methods of braking, one of which must be a rear back pedal brake. This bicycle does not have a back-pedal brake, but has two hand operated rim brakes, one for the front wheel and one for the rear wheel.
The standard requires a children's bicycle to be fitted with two methods of braking, one of which must be a rear back pedal brake. This bicycle does not have a back-pedal brake, but has two hand operated rim brakes, one for the front wheel and one for the rear wheel.
The hazards to consumers
There have been no reports of injury.
What consumers should do
If consumers wish to have a back-pedal brake fitted, they should contact their place of purchase to arrange to have a rear pedal brake fitted to the bicycle, free of charge, when parts become available.
Consumers requiring further information can contact Groupe Sportif on 03 8878 1000 or email help@groupesportif.com
Consumers requiring further information can contact Groupe Sportif on 03 8878 1000 or email help@groupesportif.com
Details to help identify the product.
Supplier running the recall
Groupe Sportif Pty Ltd
Who sold the product
Specialty bicycle retail stores
Dates available for sale
-
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2017/15858 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.
