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Product recall · CPSCOctober 28, 2010Serious
Bicycles
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The carbon top clamp of the seat post can crack, posing a fall hazard to the user.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement top seat clamp.
Who to contact: For more information, contact Easton Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.eastonbike.com
The product
This recall involves bicycles with 2010 EC90 Zero seat posts. The EC90 Zero seat posts are black with red and gray graphics. "EC90" is printed on the post.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200
- Recall date
- October 28, 2010
- Brand
- Easton Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Turner Suspension Bicycles, Ibis Cycles and Security Bicycle Accessories retailers nationwide from April 2010 through August 2010 for between $150 and $200.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Seat Post Poses Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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