Cycling Sports Group Recalls GT Mountain Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 17175 · announced June 8, 2017 · Cycling Sports Group · 1,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves 2017 GT mountain bicycle models: Karakoram Sport, Karakoram Comp, Aggressor Sport, Aggressor Comp and Aggressor Expert. The bikes were sold in a variety of colors including, black, blue, gunmetal grey and neon yellow. Only models with 1) a solid black GT logo on the downtube and 2) a stem marked "Ø31.8 9-10N.m" are included in the recall. For a complete list of GT Mountain bicycles included in this recall, visit the firm's website at http://www.gtbicycles.com/usa_en/recalls/.
The hazard
The handlebars can crack, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized GT dealer or Cycling Sports Group to schedule a free repair of the handlebar and stem. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Bicycle stores nationwide from June 2016 to August 2017 for between $440 and $800.
Consumer contact: Cycling Sports Group at 800-726-2453 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at custserve@cyclingsportsgroup.com or online at www.gtbicycles.com and click on Recalls under the Recalls& Safety tab at the bottom of the page 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.