CPSC, Cane Creek Announce Recall of Bicycle Suspension Seat Posts
CPSC recall 02208 · announced July 24, 2002 · Cane Creek Cycling Components (cane Creek) · 7,700 units affected
The product
The recalled THUDBUSTER Suspension Seat Posts are black and silver and have a range of serial numbers between 10894 and 18710. The serial number can be found inside the seat post's tube, toward the bottom of the post. The words, "Cane Creek" and "Thudbuster" are also printed on the seat post. The seat posts are made in the U.S.
The hazard
The seat post's cradle, which attaches to the bicycle seat, can break, posing the risk of falls and serious injury to riders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these seat posts immediately and return them to the company for a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Cane Creek has received 18 reports of cradles breaking; though, no injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Independent bicycle dealers nationwide sold these seat posts, between November 2000 and June 2002, for about $140.
Consumer contact: Consumers should contact Cane Creek Cycling Components at (800) 234-2725 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.canecreek.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.