Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall
CPSC recall 09096 · announced January 14, 2009 · Giant Bicycle · 1,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.
The hazard
The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Giant Bicycle has received one report of the fork cracking with no reported injuries.
Sold at: Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.giant-bicycles.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.