Pacific Igniter and Pacific Bubble Pop 20″ kids’ bicycles Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 20, 2026

Recall Information Record
Database Entry ID: 9484
Recall Number: 23077
Date Posted: 2022-12-22

1. Recall Summary
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wisconsin, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a recall of approximately 147,000 units of Pacific Kids’ Igniter and Pacific Bubble Pop 20-inch bicycles. The recall was initiated due to a fall hazard associated with the bicycle’s handlebar assembly. The bicycles were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com from July 2020 through September 2022 for about $140. The bicycles were manufactured in China.

2. Affected Products
This recall involves two specific models of 20-inch Pacific Kids’ Bicycles:
– Pacific Igniter: This model is red with white and black accent colors. The word “Igniter” is printed on the downtube.
– Pacific Bubble Pop: This model is pink with blue and black accent colors. The words “Bubble Pop” are printed on the downtube.

The model numbers for the recalled bicycles are 201230TG and 201231TG. These model numbers are located on the seat tube where it meets the bottom bracket of the bicycle. The recall includes all units of these two models sold during the specified retail period.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard associated with these bicycles is that the handlebar can become loose during use. According to the recall notice, the firm has received 23 reports of incidents involving the bicycle’s handlebars becoming loose during use. As a result of these incidents, ten injuries involving bruising and abrasions have been reported. The specific cause of the handlebar loosening is not detailed in the source data beyond the general description of the hazard.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are instructed to immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles. Following this, consumers should contact Pacific Cycle to receive a free repair kit. The repair kit will contain a bolt, nut, washer, and a grease packet. The kit includes instructions for the consumer to apply grease to the bolt as part of the repair process. No other consumer action, such as returning the product to the store, is specified in the recall notice.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy for this recall is a Repair. Pacific Cycle will provide a free repair kit to all consumers who request one. The kit is designed to address the handlebar loosening issue. The recall notice does not specify an option for a refund or replacement; the sole remedy offered is the repair kit.

6. Contact Information
Consumers seeking the free repair kit or additional information can contact Pacific Cycle using the following methods:
– Toll-Free Phone: 877-564-2261, available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
– Email: customerservice@pacific-cycle.com
– Website: www.pacific-cycle.com/safety-notices-recalls/ or visit www.pacific-cycle.com and click on “Safety Notices and Recalls” for more information.

Additional Information Not Specified in the Recall Notice:
– The specific UPC codes for the recalled products are not provided in the source data.
– The names of the specific manufacturers in China are not provided in the source data.
– The exact date of manufacture for the recalled bicycles is not specified in the source data.

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