Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-04-22). Hazards: laceration. About 200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08559 |
| Published | 2008-04-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Exercise Machines/Equipment |
| Products | 2008 Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers |
| Firm named in the title | Nashbar Direct Inc. |
| Firms | Nashbar Direct Inc., of Canfield, Ohio (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Italy |
| Units (US) | 200 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | refund, repair, stop use |
| Sold | Nashbar's Web site and catalogs from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $330. |
Description
The recalled trainers are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel of a standard bike, converting the bike into a stationary trainer. The recall includes Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers (catalog # NB-TTMIF) with a looping black base with two red support arms. "Travel Trac" is printed in white on the right support arm and "Millennium" is printed in white on the left arm. "Inertial" is printed on the top of the right arm in black with a white border. The resistance unit has a rounded black plastic cover with a soft red elastomer roller. The item number is also printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual.
Hazard
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund.
Incidents and injuries
Nashbar has received three reports of springs releasing from the bike trainers. No injuries have been reported.
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