CPSC recall 02148
Hitchhiker III Trailer Bikes
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-09-10
On 2025-09-10 the CPSC announced a recall of Hitchhiker III Trailer Bikes by Instep, citing the bike's universal joint system can fail, causing a rider to lose control of the bike. This poses a risk of injury to either of the two riders.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02148 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2002-04-25 |
| Published | 2025-09-10 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Instep |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Hitchhiker III Trailer Bikes | The recalled Hitchhiker III trailer bikes are attached to a lead bicycle by a universal joint system with two side bolts and a top-mounted quick-release bolt (as seen in the picture). The recalled NH300 model trailer bikes have the words "HITCHHIKER III" printed in red on the trailer arm and the "InSTEP" logo printed on the bottom tube and the safety flag.
Reason
The bike's universal joint system can fail, causing a rider to lose control of the bike. This poses a risk of injury to either of the two riders.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-InSTEP-LLC-Announce-Recall-of-Trailer-Bikes
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