Breezer Recalls Downtown Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard; Pedals Can Come Off
CPSC recall 15211 · announced August 11, 2015 · Advanced Sports · 1,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves Breezer Bicycles models Downtown 3, Downtown 3-ST, Downtown 8, Downtown 8-ST, Downtown EX and Downtown EX-ST. The main frame is made of steel and has either a single or dual water bottle mount, and the wheel sets are aluminum. The bicycles come in eight different sizes and a variety of gloss colors, including candy apple, chartreuse, chocolate, dark blue, dark green, shale and slate. The model is printed on the top tube of the bicycle.
The hazard
The bicycle pedal can separate from the spindle (axle) during use and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and return then to a Breezer dealer for a free pedal replacement. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received 12 reports of pedals separating from the spindle. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized Breezer Bicycles dealers nationwide from July 2014 through May 2015 for about $450 to $650.
Consumer contact: Advanced Sports International toll-free at (888) 286-6263 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.breezerbikes.com, click on "Recall Notices" in the bottom left corner of the homepage and choose "Downtown Pedal Recall" 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.