Retrospec Recalls Beaumont Plus ST Bikes with Disc Brakes Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
CPSC recall 24266 · announced June 13, 2024 · Xander Bicycle Corp., Dba Retrospec · 530 units affected
The product
This recall involves Beaumont Plus ST City Bike Step-Thru frame bicycles with disc brakes. They were sold in bluebell (blue), eggshell (white), or mint (green) colors. "Retrospec" is printed on the frame, and the firm's "R" logo is on the front fork. A silver label near the pedals states "Restrospec, Made in Tianjin, China and batch: 12-15-2023".
The hazard
The front disc brake rotor and brake pads can be misaligned, which can cause brake failure, posing crash and injury hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and take them to the authorized dealer where purchased, or https://retrospec.com/pages/dealer-locator/ for free installation of a new front fork. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Bicycle stores nationwide from February 2024 through March 2024 for about $400.
Consumer contact: Retrospec toll-free at 888-488-2369 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, email at recall@retrospec.com, or online at https://retrospec.com/pages/retrospec-beaumont-plus-w-disc-brakes-recall or www.retrospec.com and click on "Recall" at the top 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.