Thule RideAlong rear-mounted Child Bike Seat
The Thule RideAlong rear-mounted Child Bike Seats have been recalled due to a hazard related to the harness padding containing excessive amounts of flame-retardant DecaBDE, which exceeds regulatory limits. DecaBDE is a chemical that can be toxic if ingested or if it comes into contact with the skin or eyes, posing a potential health risk.
To address this issue, consumers are advised to replace the affected bike seats.
The recall was announced on April 04, 2024, and approximately 8,640 units in the United States are affected by this recall. Additionally, around 3,880 units were sold in Canada and may also be impacted by the issue.
This recall pertains to the Thule RideAlong rear-mounted Child Bike Seat, designed to fit a wide range of bicycle frames. The product was available in a gray color featuring a black 3-point harness padding for added safety and comfort for the child riding in it. To identify if your seat is part of the recall, you can locate the model number and date code on the underside of the seat. Only model number 100107 and date codes ranging from 21/3 to 23/10 (March 2021 to October 2023) are affected by this recall.
As a precautionary measure, consumers are advised to discontinue using the recalled RideAlong seat immediately. Thule Group is facilitating the recall process by offering a complimentary replacement harness padding. Consumers are instructed to reach out to Thule Group to register for the replacement and to receive guidance on returning the recalled padding. Thule is proactively reaching out to all known consumers who purchased this product.
No incidents or injuries related to this product have been reported to date.
The Thule RideAlong seats were retailed through various outlets such as REI, baby stores across the nation, and online platforms like Amazon.com and Thule.com. The product was available for purchase from May 2017 through October 2023 at an approximate price of $300.
Thule, based in Seymour, Connecticut, is the importer of this product, which was manufactured in Poland. The recall can be identified by the number 24-182.
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