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Recalled Ballz QR Skewer
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Why it was recalled
The skewer, which connects the Coho XC Cargo Trailer to the bicycle, can shear or bend. This can cause instability of the trailer and the towing bicycle and pose a fall hazard for the bicycle rider.
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Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports
Burley has received 21 reports of the skewer failing. 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 Ballz QR Skewers and contact Burley to receive instructions on how to dispose of the skewer and to receive a free replacement skewer.
Product and sales details
UnitsAbout 2,935 (In addition, about 260 in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atREI stores nationwide, online at rei.com, burley.com and amazon.com, and through bicycle retailers nationwide
Sales periodAugust 2018 – February 2021
PriceAbout $30,
How to reach the firm
Phone
800-311-5294
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday
Email
Burley@burley.com
Recall page
https://www.burley.com/ballz-qr-skewer-recall
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