CPSC, Marin Mountain Bikes Announce Recall of Mountain Bikes
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-08-15). Hazards: fall, crash. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02229 |
| Published | 2002-08-15 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-08 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Marin-brand mountain bikes with aluminum frames |
| Firm named in the title | Marin Mountain Bikes |
| Firms | Marin Mountain Bikes, of Novato, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Independent bicycle stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from August 1998 through July 2002, for between $280 and $900. |
Description
The recall involves Marin-brand mountain bikes with aluminum frames. There are seven model bikes with 11.5-inch frames and one model with a 13.5-inch frame. The 11.5-inch bikes have the following model names: Bobcat Trail, Hawk Hill, Palisades Trail, Pioneer Trail, Nail Trail, Stinson and Rocky Ridge. The 13.5-inch model has the model name Quake. The model name is written on the top tube of the mountain bikes. To determine the size of the frame (11.5-inch or 13.5-inch), measure from the center of the crank arm to about 1 inch below the seatpost clamp.
Hazard
The steer tube on the front of these bicycles can break off from the two main tubes of the frame, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer serious injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bikes immediately and contact Marin Mountain Bikes to learn where to take their bikes to have the frames replaced free of charge.
Incidents and injuries
Marin has received two reports of the steer tube breaking off, resulting in two injuries that included broken bones, broken teeth, cuts and abrasions.
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