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Product recall · CPSCMay 26, 2016Serious
Box Components BMX Bicycle Forks
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The steer tube can become loose in the crown of the fork, posing a fall hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled forks and contact Box Components for a free replacement bicycle fork.
Who to contact: Box Components toll-free at (888) 279-9691 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.boxcomponents.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
The product
This recall involves Box Components' carbon fiber BMX bicycle forks. The forks are black with "BOX" printed in white on the side. The model numbers are printed in white letters on the front face of fork crown. The affected models have one of the following three serial numbers printed above the crown: 140508, 140606 or 140702. The affected models include: Model Numbers Specification XE 20-inch, 10 mm XE 24-inch, 10 mm XL 20-inch, 10 mm XL 24-inch, 10 mm XS 20-inch, 10 mm
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,100
- Recall date
- May 26, 2016
- Brand
- Box Components Inc., of Anaheim, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Box Components has received 242 reports of loosened tubes. No falls or injuries have been reported.
Independent bike shops and online at www.danscomp.com and www.jrbicycles.com from July 2013 through April 2015 for about $300.
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: “Box Components Recalls BMX Bicycle Forks Due to 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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