Recalls Call for Retailer Action

Recalls have been much in the news lately, and the bicycle industry has not been immune with recent fork recalls from Trek and Scott.

Retailers play a central role in assuring that defective products are identified and removed from use, and that consumers are protected. They also have ongoing obligations to protect the public from defective products.

As part of the NBDA’s Bicycle Mechanics Certification program development, project director Rich Kelly asked attorney Jim Moss to take a look at the mechanics of recalls, and to clarify the legal rights and obligations of the retailer. Moss specializes in legal work in the outdoor market, and is advising the NBDA on legal issues related to certification.

Here’s his overview of dealer obligations in recalls that can be applied to today’s recalls, as well as those in the future:

Product Safety and Recalls: Your Obligations as a Retailer

Retailers are a key part of the process of producing, selling