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Product recall · CPSCMarch 7, 2024Serious
GT LaBomba Bicycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The bicycle headtube/downtube weld can become damaged and separate from the bicycle frame, posing fall and injury hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Parts can come loose.
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 bicycles and contact an authorized GT dealer for a free replacement frame.
Who to contact: GT at 800-843-2453 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET and Monday through Friday, email at ridersupport@gtbicycles.com or online at www.gtbicycles.com/pages/recalls-safety or www.gtbicycles.com and click on "Recalls & Safety" for more information.
The product
This recall involves GT Model Year 2019 through 2023 LaBomba 24" bicycles, LaBomba 26" bicycles, LaBomba Pro bicycles, LaBomba Rigid bicycles, and LaBomba 26" bicycle framesets. The bicycles and framesets were sold in sea green, green, dusty blue, blue, purple, and red. The model name LaBomba is printed on the bicycle frame top-tube. "GT" is printed on the downtube.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,040 (In addition, about 324 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- March 7, 2024
- Brand
- GT Bicycles LLC, of Aliso Viejo, California
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received five reports of damage to the bicycle headtube/downtube weld, causing the bicycle headtube to separate from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
Bicycle stores nationwide from October 2018 through September 2023 for between $400 and $1,450.
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: “GT Recalls LaBomba Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards”
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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