CPSC, Answer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Mountain Bicycles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-08-22). About 850 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02236 |
| Published | 2002-08-22 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-10 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Suspension Forks on Specialized Rockhopper A-1 Comp and Mongoose Hot Link Sommet series bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | Answer Products Inc. |
| Firms | Answer Products Inc., of Valencia, Calif. (importer) |
| Units (US) | 850 |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Bicycle stores nationwide and mail-order catalogs sold these bicycles, from January 2002 through August 2002, for between $800 and $900. |
Description
The recalled 2002 model forks were installed on Specialized Rockhopper A-1 Comp and Mongoose Hot Link Sommet series bicycles. "MANITOU" is printed on the side of the fork and the model name - "Six Elite" and "Six Super" - is printed on the arch of the fork and on the side of the fork leg. The bicycles were manufactured in Asia.
Hazard
The spring and adjuster can separate from the suspension fork and strike the rider, causing injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact Answer Products, Inc. to determine if your bicycle is among the recalled models. Consumers should take their bicycle to the dealer where it was purchased or to any authorized Answer Products dealer, for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Answer Products has received 18 reports of these adjusters separating from the fork and being projected at riders, causing four consumers to suffer cuts, bruises and one chipped tooth.
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