CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Norco Products Ltd. Announce Recall of Bicycle Attachment

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-080

Date: January 06, 2005

Product Name: Adams Trail-a-Bike or Adams Slipstream Bicycle Attachment

Recall Description:

The recall involves the Adams Trail-A-Bike or Adams Slipstream sold under the following models: Starter, Folder, Shifter, Shocker, Ultimate Tandem, Deluxe Folder, Me 2 and Original. "Trail-A-Bike" or "Slipstream" is printed on the top tube of the bicycle attachment and "Adams" is printed on the chain guard. The product resembles a children's bicycle without a front wheel and has an elongated top tube that stretches to attach to the seat post of an adult bicycle, creating a tandem. The product was sold for use by children ages 4 to 7. 

Hazard Description:

The hardware used in the assembly of the universal hitch may come loose causing the unit to separate from the lead bicycle, which could lead to a serious injury or death to the rider of the bicycle attachment.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 80,000

Incidents:

Norco Products has received two reports of hardware falling out of the hitch assembly. One minor injury reported.

Sold At:

Independent bicycle stores nationwide from January 1996 through October 2004 for between $125 to $295.

Manufactured In:

China