Trailer Bicycles (Pacific Cycle) – Detachment Risk (2008)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
InStep "Pathfinder," Schwinn "Run About," and Mongoose "Alley Cat" Trailer Bicycles
Brand
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis. is recalling InStep "Pathfinder," Schwinn "Run About," and Mongoose "Alley Cat" Trailer Bicyc. The hazard is: The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, p. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The "Pathfinder," "Run About," and "Alley Cat" are single-wheeled, children's bicycles that connect to an adult's bicycle by a coupler. The recall includes model numbers: 12-PF250, 13-SC250, 13-SC350 and M5101. The model number is located on the lower seat tube of the frame. The affected couplers have welded plates; bicycles that have couplers with cast parts are not included in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the trailer bicycle immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026