Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 1,050 (In addition 1,750 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 18-025 Published November 7, 2017

Children's bicycles with Samox cranksets

The cranks can bend or break during use, posing a fall hazard. sold at Norco Bicycles dealers nationwide from May 2016 – September 2017 for $400 to $1,700.

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The cranks can bend or break during use, posing a fall hazard.

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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received four reports of the cranks bending or breaking. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized Norco Bicycles dealer for free installation of a new crankset.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 1,050 (In addition 1,750 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atNorco Bicycles dealers nationwide
Sales periodMay 2016 – September 2017
Price$400 to $1,700

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-663-8916
Recall page
www.norco.com

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