CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Nashbar Direct Announce Recall of Bicycle Trailers

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 05-581

Date: June 19, 2005

Product Name: 2005 Nashbar Lil' Shadow Tandem Trailer

Recall Description:

The recall involves tandem bicycle trailers manufactured for and sold by Nashbar Direct. The Lil' Shadow is a black single wheel bicycle trailer that attaches to the seat post of full-size adult bicycles. The bicycle trailer is a curved steel mast with a seat, pedals and handlebar for a small child. The child can help propel the bicycle/trailer combination by means of a chain driven freewheel sprocket on the bicycle trailer's wheel. Every bicycle trailer has a serial number located at the bottom bracket. Bicycle trailers affected have serial numbers PC4F001 through PC4F300.

Hazard Description:

The bicycle trailers can become unstable when changing directions due to incorrectly assembled hitch mechanisms, posing a risk of injury to the riders.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: 300

Incidents:

Nashbar has received eight reports of misassembled hitch mechanisms. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Nashbar catalog and Web site sales from October 27, 2004 through May 10, 2005 for about $150.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan