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Giant Bicycle, Inc. Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall
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What’s wrong
The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
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 stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.giant-bicycles.com
The product
This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,000
- Recall date
- January 14, 2009
- Brand
- Giant Bicycle, of Newbury Park, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Giant Bicycle has received one report of the fork cracking with no reported injuries.
Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.
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: “Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall”
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