CPSC, Cane Creek Announce Recall of Bicycle Suspension Seat Posts
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-07-24). Hazards: fall. About 7,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02208 |
| Published | 2002-07-24 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-01 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | THUDBUSTER Suspension Seat Posts |
| Firm named in the title | Cane Creek |
| Firms | Cane Creek Cycling Components (Cane Creek), of Fletcher, N.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 7,700 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Independent bicycle dealers nationwide sold these seat posts, between November 2000 and June 2002, for about $140. |
Description
The recalled THUDBUSTER Suspension Seat Posts are black and silver and have a range of serial numbers between 10894 and 18710. The serial number can be found inside the seat post's tube, toward the bottom of the post. The words, "Cane Creek" and "Thudbuster" are also printed on the seat post. The seat posts are made in the U.S.
Hazard
The seat post's cradle, which attaches to the bicycle seat, can break, posing the risk of falls and serious injury to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these seat posts immediately and return them to the company for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Cane Creek has received 18 reports of cradles breaking; though, no injuries have been reported.
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