CPSC, Sunrise Medical Announces Recall of 3-Wheel Hand Cycle
PRODUCT: 3 Wheel Hand Cycle - Sunrise Medical of Heidelberg, Germany is
voluntarily recalling about 70 Spirit 470 3-Wheel Hand Cycles. The
recalled hand cycles come in a variety of colors and have "SOPUR"
written on both sides of the bodywork. Sunrise Medical dealers
nationwide sold these hand cycles from August 2001 to July 2002 for
$3,300. They were manufactured in Germany.
PROBLEM: There is a small risk that the quick release axles of the rear
wheels do not lock correctly. If the quick release axle is not fully and
properly engaged, the wheel could become detached while moving. A
detached wheel could result in loss of control of the cycle and
potential for serious injury or death due to a fall or collision with
another object.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Sunrise Medical has received one report in which the
quick release failed and the rider suffered minor injuries.
WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop riding these cycles immediately and
contact their local Sunrise Medical dealer for a free repair. For more
information, contact Sunrise Medical in Germany at 0049-7253-980-340 or
by e-mail s.gerster@sunrisemedical.de -- Consumers also can visit the
firm's web site at www.sunrisemedical.de
Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
