CPSC, Giant Bicycle Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycles
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-10-13). Hazards: crash. About 160 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05009 |
| Published | 2004-10-13 |
| Last updated | 2024-08-19 |
| Product category | Bicycles & Accessories |
| Products | Rainier Mountain Bicycles |
| Firm named in the title | Giant Bicycle Inc. |
| Firms | Giant Bicycle Inc., of Newbury Park, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 160 |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect |
| Sold | Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from February 2004 through March 2004 for about $850. |
Description
The recall involves only 2004 Rainier model mountain bicycles with Marzocchi EXR Comp front forks. Model numbers included in the recall are 333502, 333503, 333504 and 333505. The bicycle is blue and silver and is made of aluminum. The names "Giant" and "Rainier" are printed on the frame of the bicycle. Earlier models of this bicycle are not included in this recall.
Hazard
The front brake mounting tabs can break, causing the brakes to fail and the rider to lose control of the bicycle.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Giant Bicycle to determine whether their bicycle is included in this recall. Authorized dealers who sold these bicycles will schedule an inspection and free repair.
Incidents and injuries
The company has received six reports of the tabs breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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