PRA number
2019/17328
Published date
Product description
Children's 16" coaster brake bicycle
Models affected:
2019 Animator 16 Orange
2019 Animator 16 Gunmetal Black
2019 Adore 16 Lavender
2019 Adore 16 Light Blue
Models affected:
2019 Animator 16 Orange
2019 Animator 16 Gunmetal Black
2019 Adore 16 Lavender
2019 Adore 16 Light Blue
Why the product is recalled
The bicycles do not meet the marking requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Protection Notice No. 6 of 2004 - Consumer Product Safety Standard: Pedal Bicycles: Safety Requirements'.
The bicycles were fitted with wheel reflectors that do not have the required markings on them.
The bicycles were fitted with wheel reflectors that do not have the required markings on them.
What the hazards are to consumers
If the wheel reflectors are not marked correctly, the bicycle may not adequately protect a rider as it is intended. In extreme circumstances this may contribute to an accident and injury to the rider.
What consumers should do
Consumers should contact their local Giant Bicycles retailer to arrange an appointment to have the new wheel reflectors fitted that meet the Australian Standard.
Consumers can find contact details for their local Giant Bicycles dealer via the website https://www.giant-bicycles.com/au/stores
Consumers can find contact details for their local Giant Bicycles dealer via the website https://www.giant-bicycles.com/au/stores
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Authorised Giant Bicycles retailers
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
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Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
