CPSC, Giant Bicycle Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycles
CPSC recall 05009 · announced October 13, 2004 · Giant Bicycle · 160 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The front brake mounting tabs can break, causing the brakes to fail and the rider to lose control of the bicycle.
What to do (per CPSC)
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.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The company has received six reports of the tabs breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from February 2004 through March 2004 for about $850.
Consumer contact: Contact Giant Bicycle at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's website at www.giantbicycle.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.