GT Recalls LaBomba Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
CPSC recall 24148 · announced March 7, 2024 · Gt Bicycles · 3,040 units affected
The product
This recall involves GT Model Year 2019 through 2023 LaBomba 24" bicycles, LaBomba 26" bicycles, LaBomba Pro bicycles, LaBomba Rigid bicycles, and LaBomba 26" bicycle framesets. The bicycles and framesets were sold in sea green, green, dusty blue, blue, purple, and red. The model name LaBomba is printed on the bicycle frame top-tube. "GT" is printed on the downtube.
The hazard
The bicycle headtube/downtube weld can become damaged and separate from the bicycle frame, posing fall and injury hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized GT dealer for a free replacement frame. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received five reports of damage to the bicycle headtube/downtube weld, causing the bicycle headtube to separate from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Bicycle stores nationwide from October 2018 through September 2023 for between $400 and $1,450.
Consumer contact: GT at 800-843-2453 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET and Monday through Friday, email at ridersupport@gtbicycles.com or online at www.gtbicycles.com/pages/recalls-safety or www.gtbicycles.com and click on "Recalls & Safety" 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.