CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The screw(s) in the hitch can become loose and fall off due to vibrations when items are being towed, allowing the sled and hitch to detach from the towing vehicle. This poses an injury hazard to the user and bystanders.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • May 25, 2010

Utility Snow Sled Hitch Recalled by Pelican International Due to Injury Hazard

The tow hitch pivot is black metal and measures about 9.25 inches in length and 3.25 inches in diameter. The hitch is used in connection with the Pelican Snow Trek Utility sled. The hitch allows a Snow Trek sled to be connected to a snowmobile or other similar transportation device. Recalled models include: Product code Product name UPC LDT60PC00 Snow Trek 60 with runners and hitch 776324512597 LDT75PC01 Snow Trek 75 with runners and hitch 776324514041 LDT75PD01 Snow Trek 75 with runners, hitch and cover 776324515222 PS2003-1 Kit Sled Tow Hitch 776324511101 PS2003-00 Kit Sled Tow Hitch 776324506480 PS2003-1-00 Kit Sled Two Hitch 776324512689

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the sled tow hitch and contact the firm to receive a free replacement kit and installation instructions.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Pelican International toll-free at (888) 669-6960 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Website atwww.pelicansport.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Paricon Inc., V.G. Grace and other regional distributors and sports retailers nationwide from January 2007 through December 2009 for about $50 if sold alone, and between $130 and $250 if sold with the sled.
Injuries
The firm has received 10 reports of the screw coming loose. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
10242

Product Information

Product Name
Utility sled tow hitch
Product Type
Sleds
Number of Units
About 250
Imported By
Pelican International, of Quebec, Canada
Manufactured In
Canada

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 669-6960
Website www.pelicansport.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Pelican International toll-free at (888) 669-6960 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Website atwww.pelicansport.com