CPSC, Selle Royal/fi'zi:k Announce Recall of Bicycle Seats
CPSC recall 05530 · announced January 14, 2005 · Selle Royal/fi'zi:k · 257 units affected
The product
The recall involves Selle Royal/fi'zi:k [cp] pavé bicycle seat part number 7403SXS 03 9072 with a manufacture date of 10/03. The bicycle seat is an original equipment (OEM) seat installed on 2004 model year Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) brand Novara Express bicycles. The bicycle seat has a clear plastic base with "fi'zi:k", "made in Italy" and a date code dial printed on the base.
The hazard
The plastic scuff guard underneath the front of the seat, which secures the seat rails, may crack or break, causing the rider to lose control and/or fall, resulting in a serious injury.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact their local REI stores for a replacement seat, at no cost to the consumer.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Three reports of the seat breaking. One injury reported, causing the rider to sustain a mild concussion.
Sold at: REI stores nationwide sold bicycles with the affected seats, from March 2004 through September 2004, for about $900.
Consumer contact: Contact REI toll-free at (800) 426-4840 between 4 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT Monday through Sunday for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.