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Product recall · CPSCOctober 16, 2007Serious
Procycle Group Inc. Bicycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The head tube can detach from the rest of the frame, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and return the frame to the bicycle store where purchased to receive a free replacement frame, a full refund, or credit.
Who to contact: For additional information, please contact Procycle Group Inc. at (800) 663-2512 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bikes.com
The product
This recall involves the Rocky Mountain Bicycles brand of Solo bicycles. The models included in this recall are: 2006 SOLO CR50, 2006 SOLO CR70, and 2007 SOLO CR LTD. The bicycles have a full carbon Columbus frame. "Rocky Mountain" and "Solo" are printed on the head tube.
Details
- Units affected
- About 45
- Recall date
- October 16, 2007
- Brand
- Procycle Group Inc., of Quebec, Canada
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Procycle Group Inc. has received two reports of head tubes detaching from the frames, resulting in shoulder and facial injuries.
Independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2006 through July 2007 for between $2,000 and $5,850.
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: “Procycle Group Inc. Recalls Bicycles 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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