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Product recall · CPSCApril 22, 2008Worth checking
Nashbar Direct Inc. Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Nashbar at (877) 688-8600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.nashbar.com or by e-mail at recall@nashbar.com
The product
The recalled trainers are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel of a standard bike, converting the bike into a stationary trainer. The recall includes Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers (catalog # NB-TTMIF) with a looping black base with two red support arms. "Travel Trac" is printed in white on the right support arm and "Millennium" is printed in white on the left arm. "Inertial" is printed on the top of the right arm in black with a white border. The resistance unit has a rounded black plastic cover with a soft red elastomer roller. The item number is also printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200
- Recall date
- April 22, 2008
- Brand
- Nashbar Direct Inc., of Canfield, Ohio
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Nashbar has received three reports of springs releasing from the bike trainers. No injuries have been reported.
Nashbar's Web site and catalogs from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $330.
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: “Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture 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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