CPSC, Royce Union Bicycles Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Men's Mountain Bicycles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1999-12-13). Hazards: fall. Models: 16368. About 3,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00031 |
| Published | 1999-12-13 |
| Last updated | 1999-12-13 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Royce Union ABT 2000 Mountain Bicycles (model no. 16368) |
| Firm named in the title | Royce Union Bicycles Co. Inc. |
| Firms | Royce Union Bicycles Co. Inc., of Hauppauge, N.Y. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 3,700 |
| Model numbers | 16368 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Sears stores sold these bikes nationwide, from April 1998 through September 1999, for about $300. |
Description
The recall involves ABT 2000 bikes with model number 16368. The model number is located on the bottom of the frame near the crank and pedals. The 26-inch bicycles are silver and red and have "Aluminum 2000" written on the top tube.
Hazard
The frames of these bikes can break apart, causing falls and serious injuries to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles, and call Royce Union for information on receiving a free replacement bicycle.
Incidents and injuries
Royce Union has received four reports of the bicycle frames breaking resulting in serious head and back injuries, as well as abrasions and contusions to riders.
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