Thule RideAlong Rear-Mounted Child Bike Seats
- Affected
- A rear mounted black, grey and blue bicycle seat with a black three-point harness.
- The problem
- The product presents a chemical risk as the harness padding can contain excess concentrations of the flame-retardant DecaBDE, which can be toxic if ingested or if it comes into contact with skin or eyes.
- What to do
- The product has been withdrawn from sale. If you own one, stop using it and contact the seller.
Product information
| Type | Hobby / Sports Equipment – Child Bike Seat |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thule |
| Affected Product Item Numbers | 100106, 100107, 100108 |
| Manufacturing Period | March 2021 to October 2023 |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Product Description | A rear mounted black, grey and blue bicycle seat with a black three-point harness. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
It has been identified that the harness padding on the affected Thule RideAlong bike seats can contain flame-retardant DecaBDE in excess of specified limits, posing a chemical hazard. DecaBDE can be toxic if it is ingested or comes into contact with skin or eyes.
Further information on the health effects presented by exposure to DecaBDE is available on Gov.uk at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/brominated-flame-retardants-properties-incident-management-and-toxicology.
The affected products do not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005 or the Persistent Organic Pollutants Regulations 2007/3106.
Corrective action
The affected products have been withdrawn from the market and recalled. For further information, please access the Thule recall notice at the following link: https://support.thule.com/s/product-recall/thule-ridealong?language=en_GB.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2404-0047
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 12 April 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.