Todson · Recalled
CO2 Bicycle Tire Inflators Sold at Walmart Recalled by Todson Inc. Due to Risk of Injury
The pressurized cartridge containing carbon dioxide (CO2) can forcefully separate from the pump head, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
- Units
- About 24,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $15
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves Zefal CO2 bicycle tire inflators with a small pressurized carbon dioxide cartridge. The metal cartridge is threaded into the inflator head, which allows for the controlled release of carbon dioxide into the bicycle inner tube. The recalled inflators have "Zefal EZ+ CO2 inflator" printed on the front of the package. Model number 5602 and UPC number 798661556020 is printed on the back.
The file
- Sold at
- Walmart stores nationwide from August 2009 through November 2009 for about $15.
- Product type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Recalled by
- Todson Inc., of North Attleboro, Mass.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the inflators and return them to Walmart for a full refund.
For additional information, contact Todson Inc. at (800) 213- 4561 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.todson.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated DEC 17 2009; last revised MAY 23 2014.