The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Huffy
Corp. announced a voluntary recall of 22,000 Huffy “Howler” and
“Highland” Bicycles. The bikes were sold nationwide at Kmart from May
2007 through July 2007 for between $80 and $100.
The CPSC said the bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the
rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries. Huffy has
received two reports of the crank coming off, resulting in one injury.
The recall involves 2007 model year, multi-speed bicycles with 26-inch,
24-inch or 20-inch wheels. The “Howler” was sold in black (model K3587,
boy's model), blue (model K4587, men's model), and red (model K6587,
men's model). The “Highland” was sold in white (model K4597, women's
model) and blue (model K6597, women's model). The name “Howler” or
“Highland” is printed on the frame of the bicycle, and the name “Huffy”
is on the front of the frame. Model numbers are located on a label on
the bottom of the frame where the crank is attached to the bicycle.
Consumers are being urged to stop using the recalled bicycles
immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on
tightening the crank.
