Mongoose Alley Cat Recall

Pacific Cycle Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children

January 8, 2008

CPSC Release #08-156

Name of Products: Mongoose "Alley Cat" Trailer Bicycle

Description: The "Alley Cat" are all single-wheeled, children's bicycle 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 can be found on the lower seat tube of the frame. The affected couplers in question have welded plates; bicycles that have couplers with cast parts are not included in this recall.

Hazard: The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the trailer bicycle immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.

Pacific Cycle Inc., Madison, Wisconsin

Consumer Hotline: (877) 564-2261 M-F, 8-5 CT