GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-04-12). Hazards: fall, crash. Models: 2011-2012. About 17,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12149 |
| Published | 2012-04-12 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-18 |
| Product category | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products | GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks |
| Firm named in the title | SR Suntour |
| Firms | SR Suntour, of Taiwan and Vancouver, Wash. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 17,000 |
| Model numbers | 2011-2012 |
| Hazard classes | fall, crash |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from April 2011 through March 2012 for between $400 and $600. |
Description
This recall involves the following GT, Giant and Trek bicycles with SR Suntour suspension forks. "SR Suntour" and the date code are printed on the back of the fork crown. Bicycles Model Years Model Name SR Giant 2011-2012 Revel 1 Revel 1W GT 2012 Avalanche 4.0 Avalanche 4.0 GTW Trek 2012 3700D 3900D Suntour Suspension Fork Date Codes CK110301 through CK110731
Hazard
The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using bicycles with these forks immediately and return the bicycles to any authorized GT, Giant or Trek dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
SR Suntour has received 12 reports of incidents with the suspension forks, including two injuries involving a laceration and a chipped tooth.
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