Fwd: News from CPSC - Recall

Joe Zauner

2013-03-21

It's still there. Just latent.

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On Mar 21, 2013, at 10:04 AM, rondot@spiritone.com wrote:

> as we “Ameicans” evolve in our own “special world”.....the COMMON SENSE gene is being bred out of the baby mill.
> ron
>
> From: Mike Richardson
> Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2013 9:27 AM
> To: Shane Gibson
> Cc: OBRA
> Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Fwd: News from CPSC - Recall
>
> Most bikes don't come with handlebars and a pad on the rear rack for little persons, who might not be super-careful with their feets. But I would think their parents would think to put on a shield, maybe they aren't paranoid like I was.
>
> Mike
>
> On Mar 21, 2013, at 9:10 AM, Shane Gibson wrote:
>
>>
>> If this were April 1st, I would have thought it was a Fool's Day joke. Looking at pictures of the bike, I can't see how someone would "get their feet caught in the rear wheel", any more so than any other bike. Is this one of those "sue them because the coffee was hot and scalded me" scams?
>>
>> I'm afraid now, if I stick my fingers in my front wheel I might lose them. I was contemplating it - seemed like a good idea, but now I'm questioning my judgement ...
>>
>> ~~shane
>>
>>
>> --
>> "Opportunities multiply as they are seized." - Sun Tzu
>>
>>
>> On Thu, Mar 21, 2013 at 8:47 AM, wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
>>> U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
>>> Office of Communications
>>> 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.cpsc.gov
>>> ********************************************************
>>> This message contains the following:
>>>
>>> 1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
>>> http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Yuba-Bicycles-Recalls-Mundo-Cargo-Bikes
>>>
>>> ************************************************************************
>>>
>>> 1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
>>> Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
>>>
>>> Recall date: March 20, 2013Recall number: 13-144
>>>
>>> Name of product: Cargo Bike
>>>
>>> Hazard: Passengers��� feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury.
>>>
>>> Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cargo bikes and contact Yuba Bicycles to receive free wheel covers/wheelskirts and have them installed at no cost.
>>>
>>> Consumer Contact: Yuba Bicycles, toll-free a�����(877) 889-9822, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.yubabikes.com, then click on����Mundo V4.0 recall��� under Recall near the bottom of the page for more information.
>>>
>>> Units: About 1,000
>>>
>>> Description: The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The 26-inch bicycles have steel frames, aluminum fenders on the front and rear wheels, and a wood utility deck mounted on the rear cargo rack. The bikes come in orange, black or blue. The word����Mundo��� is on the top tube of the bicycle frame and ���Yub���� is on the down tube. The serial number range for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number is located on the kickstand plate.
>>>
>>> Incidents/Injuries: Yuba Bicycles is aware of two reports of passengers having their feet caught in the rear wheel. No injuries were reported.
>>>
>>> Sold at: Bicycles dealers nationwide and by Yuba Bicycles online from May 2011 through December 2012 for about $1099.
>>>
>>> Importer: Yuba Bicycles, of Sausalito, Calif.
>>>
>>> Manufactured in: China
>>>
>>>
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rondot@spiritone.com

2013-03-21

as we “Ameicans” evolve in our own “special world”.....the COMMON SENSE gene is being bred out of the baby mill.
ron

From: Mike Richardson
Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2013 9:27 AM
To: Shane Gibson
Cc: OBRA
Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Fwd: News from CPSC - Recall

Most bikes don't come with handlebars and a pad on the rear rack for little persons, who might not be super-careful with their feets. But I would think their parents would think to put on a shield, maybe they aren't paranoid like I was.

Mike

On Mar 21, 2013, at 9:10 AM, Shane Gibson wrote:

If this were April 1st, I would have thought it was a Fool's Day joke. Looking at pictures of the bike, I can't see how someone would "get their feet caught in the rear wheel", any more so than any other bike. Is this one of those "sue them because the coffee was hot and scalded me" scams?

I'm afraid now, if I stick my fingers in my front wheel I might lose them. I was contemplating it - seemed like a good idea, but now I'm questioning my judgement ...

~~shane

--
"Opportunities multiply as they are seized." - Sun Tzu

On Thu, Mar 21, 2013 at 8:47 AM, wrote:

-----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.cpsc.gov
********************************************************
This message contains the following:

1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Yuba-Bicycles-Recalls-Mundo-Cargo-Bikes

************************************************************************

1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall date: March 20, 2013Recall number: 13-144

Name of product: Cargo Bike

Hazard: Passengers��� feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cargo bikes and contact Yuba Bicycles to receive free wheel covers/wheelskirts and have them installed at no cost.

Consumer Contact: Yuba Bicycles, toll-free a�����(877) 889-9822, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.yubabikes.com, then click on����Mundo V4.0 recall��� under Recall near the bottom of the page for more information.

Units: About 1,000

Description: The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The 26-inch bicycles have steel frames, aluminum fenders on the front and rear wheels, and a wood utility deck mounted on the rear cargo rack. The bikes come in orange, black or blue. The word����Mundo��� is on the top tube of the bicycle frame and ���Yub���� is on the down tube. The serial number range for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number is located on the kickstand plate.

Incidents/Injuries: Yuba Bicycles is aware of two reports of passengers having their feet caught in the rear wheel. No injuries were reported.

Sold at: Bicycles dealers nationwide and by Yuba Bicycles online from May 2011 through December 2012 for about $1099.

Importer: Yuba Bicycles, of Sausalito, Calif.

Manufactured in: China

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Mike Richardson

2013-03-21

Most bikes don't come with handlebars and a pad on the rear rack for little persons, who might not be super-careful with their feets. But I would think their parents would think to put on a shield, maybe they aren't paranoid like I was.

Mike

On Mar 21, 2013, at 9:10 AM, Shane Gibson wrote:

>
> If this were April 1st, I would have thought it was a Fool's Day joke. Looking at pictures of the bike, I can't see how someone would "get their feet caught in the rear wheel", any more so than any other bike. Is this one of those "sue them because the coffee was hot and scalded me" scams?
>
> I'm afraid now, if I stick my fingers in my front wheel I might lose them. I was contemplating it - seemed like a good idea, but now I'm questioning my judgement ...
>
> ~~shane
>
>
> --
> "Opportunities multiply as they are seized." - Sun Tzu
>
>
> On Thu, Mar 21, 2013 at 8:47 AM, wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> -----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
>> U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
>> Office of Communications
>> 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.cpsc.gov
>> ********************************************************
>> This message contains the following:
>>
>> 1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
>> http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Yuba-Bicycles-Recalls-Mundo-Cargo-Bikes
>>
>> ************************************************************************
>>
>> 1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
>> Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
>>
>> Recall date: March 20, 2013Recall number: 13-144
>>
>> Name of product: Cargo Bike
>>
>> Hazard: Passengers��� feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury.
>>
>> Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cargo bikes and contact Yuba Bicycles to receive free wheel covers/wheelskirts and have them installed at no cost.
>>
>> Consumer Contact: Yuba Bicycles, toll-free a�����(877) 889-9822, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.yubabikes.com, then click on����Mundo V4.0 recall��� under Recall near the bottom of the page for more information.
>>
>> Units: About 1,000
>>
>> Description: The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The 26-inch bicycles have steel frames, aluminum fenders on the front and rear wheels, and a wood utility deck mounted on the rear cargo rack. The bikes come in orange, black or blue. The word����Mundo��� is on the top tube of the bicycle frame and ���Yub���� is on the down tube. The serial number range for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number is located on the kickstand plate.
>>
>> Incidents/Injuries: Yuba Bicycles is aware of two reports of passengers having their feet caught in the rear wheel. No injuries were reported.
>>
>> Sold at: Bicycles dealers nationwide and by Yuba Bicycles online from May 2011 through December 2012 for about $1099.
>>
>> Importer: Yuba Bicycles, of Sausalito, Calif.
>>
>> Manufactured in: China
>>
>>
>>
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Shane Gibson

2013-03-21

If this were April 1st, I would have thought it was a Fool's Day joke.
Looking at pictures of the bike, I can't see how someone would "get their
feet caught in the rear wheel", any more so than any other bike. Is this
one of those "sue them because the coffee was hot and scalded me" scams?

I'm afraid now, if I stick my fingers in my front wheel I might lose them.
I was contemplating it - seemed like a good idea, but now I'm questioning
my judgement ...

~~shane

--
"Opportunities multiply as they are seized." - Sun Tzu

On Thu, Mar 21, 2013 at 8:47 AM, wrote:

>
>
>
> -----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
> U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
> Office of Communications
> 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.cpsc.gov
> ********************************************************
> This message contains the following:
>
> 1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
> http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Yuba-Bicycles-Recalls-Mundo-Cargo-Bikes
>
> ************************************************************************
>
> 1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
> Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It
> is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
>
> Recall date: March 20, 2013Recall number: 13-144
>
> Name of product: Cargo Bike
>
> Hazard: Passengers��� feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot
> injury.
>
> Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cargo bikes
> and contact Yuba Bicycles to receive free wheel covers/wheelskirts and have
> them installed at no cost.
>
> Consumer Contact: Yuba Bicycles, toll-free a�����(877) 889-9822, from 9
> a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.yubabikes.com,
> then click on����Mundo V4.0 recall��� under Recall near the bottom of the
> page for more information.
>
> Units: About 1,000
>
> Description: The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The 26-inch
> bicycles have steel frames, aluminum fenders on the front and rear wheels,
> and a wood utility deck mounted on the rear cargo rack. The bikes come in
> orange, black or blue. The word����Mundo��� is on the top tube of the
> bicycle frame and ���Yub���� is on the down tube. The serial number range
> for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number
> is located on the kickstand plate.
>
> Incidents/Injuries: Yuba Bicycles is aware of two reports of passengers
> having their feet caught in the rear wheel. No injuries were reported.
>
> Sold at: Bicycles dealers nationwide and by Yuba Bicycles online from May
> 2011 through December 2012 for about $1099.
>
> Importer: Yuba Bicycles, of Sausalito, Calif.
>
> Manufactured in: China
>
>
>
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gschreckchat@comcast.net

2013-03-21

-----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.cpsc.gov
********************************************************
This message contains the following:

1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Yuba-Bicycles-Recalls-Mundo-Cargo-Bikes

************************************************************************

1. Yuba Bicycles Recalls Mundo Cargo Bikes Due to Injury Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall date: March 20, 2013Recall number: 13-144

Name of product: Cargo Bike

Hazard: Passengers��� feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cargo bikes and contact Yuba Bicycles to receive free wheel covers/wheelskirts and have them installed at no cost.

Consumer Contact: Yuba Bicycles, toll-free a�����(877) 889-9822, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.yubabikes.com, then click on����Mundo V4.0 recall��� under Recall near the bottom of the page for more information.

Units: About 1,000

Description: The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The 26-inch bicycles have steel frames, aluminum fenders on the front and rear wheels, and a wood utility deck mounted on the rear cargo rack. The bikes come in orange, black or blue. The word����Mundo��� is on the top tube of the bicycle frame and ���Yub���� is on the down tube. The serial number range for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number is located on the kickstand plate.

Incidents/Injuries: Yuba Bicycles is aware of two reports of passengers having their feet caught in the rear wheel. No injuries were reported.

Sold at: Bicycles dealers nationwide and by Yuba Bicycles online from May 2011 through December 2012 for about $1099.

Importer: Yuba Bicycles, of Sausalito, Calif.

Manufactured in: China

jeff@ultrafreaks.net

2012-11-15

$5,000 for a folding Bike Friday?!
...must've been the campione del mundo TT version with carbon wheels.

On November 15, 2012 at 11:22 AM gschreckchat@comcast.net wrote:

>
>
>
> -----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
> U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
> Office of Communications
> 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.CPSC.gov
> Report an Unsafe Product: http://SaferProducts.gov
>
> ********************************************************
>
> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
> November 14, 2012
> Release #13-038
>
> Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 777-0258
> CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
> CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
>
> Bike Friday Recalls Tikit Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
>
> WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
> cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of
> the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products
> immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to
> resell a recalled consumer product.
>
> Name of Product: Tikit Folding Bicycles
>
> Units: About 3,800
>
> Manufacturer: Green Gear Cycling Inc., dba Bike Friday, of Eugene, Ore.
>
> Hazard: The tikit bike's handlebar stem can break and cause the rider to lose
> control, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
>
> Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received six reports of breaking handlebar
> stems, resulting in two reports of injuries including scrapes, bruises and a
> head laceration that required stitches.
>
> Description: This recall involves all models of tikit brand folding bicycles.
> The 16-inch wheel custom bicycles were sold in various colors. The Bike Friday
> tikit brand decal is affixed to the bike frame.
>
> Sold by: Bike Friday direct and dealers nationwide from January 2007 through
> September 2012 for between $900 and $5,000.
>
> Manufactured in: U.S.A.
>
> Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycle and contact Bike
> Friday to schedule a free repair.
>
> Consumer Contact: Bike Friday; (800) 777-0258, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT
> Monday through Friday, or visit www.BikeFriday.com (FAQs) and click on "tikit
> stem recall" for more information.
>
> To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled
> product, please go to:
> http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13038.html
>
>
>
>
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2012-11-15

-----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.CPSC.gov
Report an Unsafe Product: http://SaferProducts.gov

********************************************************

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 14, 2012
Release #13-038

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 777-0258
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908  

Bike Friday Recalls Tikit Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Tikit Folding Bicycles

Units: About 3,800

Manufacturer: Green Gear Cycling Inc., dba Bike Friday, of Eugene, Ore.

Hazard: The tikit bike's handlebar stem can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received six reports of breaking handlebar stems, resulting in two reports of injuries including scrapes, bruises and a head laceration that required stitches.

Description: This recall involves all models of tikit brand folding bicycles. The 16-inch wheel custom bicycles were sold in various colors. The Bike Friday tikit brand decal is affixed to the bike frame.

Sold by: Bike Friday direct and dealers nationwide from January 2007 through September 2012 for between $900 and $5,000.

Manufactured in: U.S.A.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycle and contact Bike Friday to schedule a free repair.

Consumer Contact: Bike Friday; (800) 777-0258, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.BikeFriday.com (FAQs) and click on "tikit stem recall" for more information.

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13038.html

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To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, visit www.saferproducts.gov, or contact CPSC's Hotline at info@cpsc.gov, (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (800) 638-8270. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go to https://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC's Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

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2012-09-27

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 25, 2012
Release #12-281

Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 808-8154
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Bicycles

Units: About 12,000

Distributor: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif.

Manufacturer: Kinesis, of China

Hazard: The front fork can break, posing fall and injury hazards to riders.

Incidents/Injuries: Specialized has received four reports of front forks breaking, resulting in facial fractures, head and shoulder injuries and cuts.

Description: This recall involves some 2008 and 2009 models women's and men's Globe model bicycles. Recalled models include the Globe Elite, Globe Sport, Globe Sport Disc, Globe Centrum Comp, Globe Centrum Elite, Globe City 6, Globe Vienna 3, Globe Vienna 3 Disc, Globe Vienna 4, Globe Vienna Deluxe 3, Globe Vienna Deluxe 4, Globe Vienna Deluxe 5 and Globe Vienna Deluxe 6 bicycles. The bicycles were sold in various colors, including gun, silver, black, khaki, navy, bone, blue, charcoal, burgundy and gold. The brand name "Specialized" is on the lower frame tube and the model name is on various locations on the bicycle frame.

Sold at: Authorized Specialized retailers nationwide from July 2007 to July 2012 for between $550 and $1,100.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and return them to an authorized Specialized retailer for the free installation of a free replacement fork.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at http://www.specialized.com and click on Support/Safety Notices.

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May 22, 2012
Release #12-183

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Bicycle Stems Recalled by Ridley Bikes Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: 4ZA Threadless Carbon Bicycle Handlebar Stem

Units: About 105

Distributor: Sinclair Imports, of Reno, Nev., and Quality Bicycle Products, of Bloomington, Minn.

Manufacturer: Race Productions NV, Belgium

Hazard: The bicycle handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm received one report of a handlebar stem breaking resulting in minor injuries.

Description: The recall involves all 4ZA 31.8 threadless bicycle handlebar stems sold as individual aftermarket components. The stems are black and have the words "4ZA Cycling Performance" painted on the carbon extension between the steerer clamp and handlebar clamp. The recalled stems range in extension lengths from 90mm to 130mm, approximately 3.5 to 5 inches.

Sold at: The stems were sold at specialty bicycle retailers and via websites from January 2005 through April 2010 for about $59.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using their bicycles and contact the bicycle retailers where the stems were purchased to obtain a free replacement stem. Other bicycle shops can handle the replacement process by contacting the manufacturer's current distributor, Quality Bicycle Products, Inc.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Quality Bicycle Products, Inc. ("QBP") toll-free at (877) 745-7703 between 8 a.m. and 6 p..m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.ridley-bikes.com

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1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 18, 2012
Release #12-151  

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Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bike Brake Levers Due to Crash Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Bicycle Brake Levers

Units: About 600

Importer: Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Morgan Hill, Calif.

Hazard: The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. This can cause a rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.

Incidents/Injuries: Specialized is aware of one incident worldwide in which the rider lost the function of both brakes. The firm has received no reports of injury or property damage.

Description: The recalled products are Tektro TL-83 brake levers. TL-83 levers are designed exclusively for use with aerodynamic handlebars (aerobars) sold as original equipment on 2010 and 2011 S-Works Shiv bicycle frame modules and 2012 S-Works Shiv TT bicycle frame modules. They are also sold as aftermarket service parts for these modules. The levers are modified versions of the TL-720 brake lever. They are black aluminum and have a quick release slot at the top of the lever arm. Model number "TL-720" can be read on the side of the lever arm when braking action is applied.

Sold at: Authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailers from April 2010 to February 2012. The bicycle frame modules sold for between $5,500 and $6,100. The brake levers sold for about $80 as service parts.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycle frame modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and return the levers or modules to authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailers for free replacement brake levers.

Consumer Contact: For more information and to find the nearest authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailer, contact Specialized customer service between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday at (877) 808-8154 or visit the firm's website at www.specialized.com

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1. GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Fall Hazard, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12149.html

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1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 12, 2012
Release #12-149

Firm's Recall Hotline: (855) 205-2453
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
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GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks

Units: About 17,000

Manufacturer: SR Suntour, of Taiwan and Vancouver, Wash.

Hazard: The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.

Incidents/Injuries: SR Suntour has received 12 reports of incidents with the suspension forks, including two injuries involving a laceration and a chipped tooth.

Description: This recall involves the following GT, Giant and Trek bicycles with SR Suntour suspension forks. "SR Suntour" and the date code are printed on the back of the fork crown.

Bicycles | Model Years | Model Name
Giant | 2011-2012 | Revel 1, Revel 1W
GT | 2012 | Avalanche 4.0, Avalanche 4.0 GTW
Trek | 2012 | 3700D, 3900D
SR Suntour Suspension Fork Date Codes: CK110301 through CK110731  

Sold at: Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from April 2011 through March 2012 for between $400 and $600.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using bicycles with these forks immediately and return the bicycles to any authorized GT, Giant or Trek dealer for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact SR Suntour toll-free at (855) 205-2453 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.srsuntour-cycling.com

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Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Performance Inc. Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of product: 2011 Forté Pro Carbon Road Pedals

Units: About 2,900

Importer: Performance, Inc, of Chapel Hill, N.C.

Hazard: The pedal body can break or crack during use, causing the rider to lose control and posing a fall hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Performance has received three reports of the pedals breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description: Forté Pro Carbon Road Pedals are sold in sets of two bicycle pedals that attach to cycling shoes. The pedal body is black and is made of lightweight carbon injected thermoplastic. The axle is a black and made of chromium molybdenum steel with a black steel axle. The front, top of the pedal has "Carbon" printed in red; the top middle has "EPS-R" embossed in the body with the "R" in red and on the top rear of the pedal the word "Forté" printed in white. The outer edge of the pedal has the Forté logos, crossed F's, in white. The catalog number, 50-8128, is used in all catalogs.

Sold at: Performance's website, catalogs and Performance retail stores from February 2011 through October 2011 for about $100.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle pedals and contact Performance to obtain a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Performance at (800) 553-8324 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.performancebike.com

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2011-09-14

Subject: News from CPSC - Recall

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 13, 2011
Release #11-323

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 538-6950
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Weehoo Recalls Bike Trailers Due to Fall and Crash Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Weehoo iGo Bicycle Pedal Trailers

Units: About 2,700

Manufacturer: Weehoo Inc., of Golden, Colo.

Hazard: The receiver on the trailer's seat post hitch can crack and cause the trailer to detach, posing fall and crash hazards to the child in the seat.

Incidents/Injuries: CPSC and Weehoo have received one report of the trailer's receiver cracking while in use. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves 2011 Weehoo iGo bicycle trailers manufactured between April 2011 and July 2011. The trailer has a steel frame with an adjustable seat for passengers 38 to 52 inches tall, two pedals with straps, an enclosed sprocket and chain, a 20-inch wheel, two pannier pockets, a flagpole and a flag. The seat, pannier pockets, and flag are made of red, heavy-duty nylon. The pannier pockets and the flag have the word "Weehoo" and the logo printed on them in reflective material. The serial numbers for the recalled trailers contain the letter "D" and can be found on the underside of the iGo frame, by the pedals.

Sold at: Bicycle retail stores nationwide between April 2011 and July 2011 for about $390.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled iGo trailers and contact Weehoo for the repair. Consumers will receive a steel reinforcement sleeve to be installed over the receiver.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Weehoo at (800) 538-6950 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.weehoobicycletrailer.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11323.html

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Quality Bicycle Products Recalls Civia Bicycle Racks Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Carrier rack for mounting over front bicycle wheel

Units: About 100

Importer: Quality Bicycle Products of Bloomington, Minn.

Hazard: The bicycle rack's mounting bracket can crack or break. When this happens, the rack can fall onto the bicycle's front wheel, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a rack mounting bracket breaking while the rider was on the bicycle, resulting in minor cuts.

Description: This recall involves Civia Loring bicycle racks. They have black aluminum tubing with bamboo panels and mount to the bicycle's front fork. The word "Civia" is printed on the rack's side panels.

Sold at: Independent bicycle stores nationwide from December 2009 through February 2011 for about $175.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should remove this rack from their bicycles immediately and contact the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Quality Bicycle Products toll-free at (877) 311-7686 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://civiacycles.com/aftermarketloringfrontrackrecall/

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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Salsa Cycles Recalls Handlebar Stems Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Salsa Handlebar Stems

Units: About 6,500 units

Importer: Salsa Cycles, a subsidiary of Quality Bicycle Products, of Bloomington, Minn.

Hazard: The handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Incidents/Injuries: Salsa Cycles has received one report of a handlebar stem breaking that resulted in minor injuries.

Description: This recall involves all CroMoto S.U.L. 25.4 and 26.0 threadless handlebar stems and all CroMoto S.U.L. 26.0 quill handlebar stems sold as individual aftermarket units after April 1, 2010. The handlebar stems are black and have the word "Salsa" painted on the extension. The recalled handlebar stems have a hash mark on the inside of the stem bar clamp area.

Sold at: Bicycle retailers and websites from April 2010 through October 2010 for about $65.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should stop riding bicycles containing these handlebar stems immediately and contact an authorized Salsa Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and a handlebar stem replacement or a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Quality Bicycle Products toll-free at (877) 774-6208 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.salsacromotostem.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11083.html

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1. Seattle Bike Supply Recalls Redline Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11064.html

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1. Seattle Bike Supply Recalls Redline Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 9, 2010
Release #11-064

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 283-2453
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
 
Seattle Bike Supply Recalls Redline Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Redline D640 Bicycles

Units: About 200

Importer: Seattle Bike Supply of Kent, Wash.

Hazard: The head tube can separate from the frame, causing the rider to lose control and fall. This poses a risk of serious injury.

Incidents/Injuries: Seattle Bikes is aware of eight reports of head tubes separating from the frame, including four reports of minor scrapes and cuts.

Description: This recall involves all 2008 Redline D640 bicycles. The bicycles were sold in black and have aluminum frames. "REDLINE" is written down the frame's tube. The model number is written on the frame's top tube.

Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from December 2007 to May 2010 for about $900

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact a local Redline bicycle dealer to receive a free frame replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Redline Bicycles at (800) 283-2453 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.Redlinebicycles.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11064.html

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Sent: Friday, November 19, 2010 12:58 PM
To: George Schreck
Subject: News from CPSC - Recall

This message contains the following:

1. Full Speed Ahead Crank Sets Used By Numerous Bicycle Manufacturers
Recalled Due To Crash Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11045.html

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1. NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 19, 2010
Release #11-045  

Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 743-3372
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908  

Full Speed Ahead Crank Sets Used By Numerous Bicycle Manufacturers
Recalled Due To Crash Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal
to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Full Speed Ahead BB30 Gossamer crank sets installed on
numerous makers of bicycles

Units: About 9,300

Importer: Full Speed Ahead, of Woodinville, Wash.

Manufacturer: TH Industries, of Taiwan

Hazard: If the fixing bolt is over-tightened on the non-drive crank arm,
the bolt shoulder can crack or break. If this occurs, the non-drive arm
can fall off the bicycle causing the rider to crash and suffer injuries.

Incidents/Injuries: Full Speed Ahead has received 11 reports of
incidents, including two cases where injuries have been reported.

Description: A crank set is the component of the bicycle that the chain
and pedals attach to for pedaling. The recalled models are either
painted black with "Gossamer" printed in white on the arm or white with
"Gossamer" printed in black on the arm. There are two drive gears
(referred to as "double") on the crank set. The recalled crank arms were
assembled as original equipment on the following bicycle models:

Bianchi 2010 Sempre Ultegra

Cannondale 2010 CAAD9 5, CAAD9 5 Feminine; 2010 Six Carbon 5; 2010 Slice
4, Slice 4 Nytro, Slice 5; 2010 Synapse Carbon 4, Carbon 4 Feminine,
Carbon 5; 2011 CAAD10 5 105, CAAD10 5 105 Feminine; 2011 Slice 5, Slice
5 Womens; 2011 SuperSix 5 105, SuperSix 5 105 Womens; 2011 Synapse
Carbon 4 Rival, Carbon 4 Rival Womens, Carbon 5; 2011 CAAD8 5 105; 2011
CAADX 105 Cyclocross
 
Felt 2011 F75, 2011 F75X

Fuji 2010 ACR 1.0, 2010 ACR 2.0, 2010 ACR 3.0

Quintana Roo 2010 CD.0.1

Litespeed 2010 C3

Raleigh 2011 RX 1.0, 2010 RX 1.0

Scattante 2010 CFR Comp

Gossamer BB30 non-drive crank arms that are included in the recall have
serial numbers beginning with 10B, 10C, and 10D. Serial numbers are
located on the backside of the crank arm by pedal threads (see pictures
below).

Note: MegaExo model Gossamer cranksets and Gossamer BB30 cranksets with
three drive gears (referred to as "triple" cranksets) are not involved
in this recall.

Sold as: Assembled as standard original equipment on the bicycles
listed. Sold by independent bicycle retailers nationwide from February
2010 through October 2010.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles that have the
recalled crank arm sets and return bicycle to the dealer. The dealer
will install the new non-drive crank arm free of charge.

Consumer Contact: For additional information on obtaining a free
replacement non-drive crank arm, contact Full Speed Ahead toll-free at
(877) 743-3372 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, via
email to recall@fullspeedahead.com, or visit the firm's website at
www.fullspeedahead.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11045.html

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2010-11-15

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Sent: Friday, November 12, 2010 4:05 PM
To: George Schreck
Subject: News from CPSC - Two Recalls

This message contains the following:

1. Giant Recalls Anthem X 29er Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11038.html

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1. NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 12, 2010
Release #11-038  

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 458-2555
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Giant Recalls Anthem X 29er Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal
to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: 2011 Model Year Anthem Giant Bicycles

Units: About 370

Importer: Giant Bicycle Inc., of Newbury Park, Calif.

Manufacturer: Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Taiwan

Hazard: The frame can crack at the junction of the seat post and top
tube, posing a fall hazard to riders.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves 2011 model year Giant Anthem X 29er 1,
2 and 3 model bicycles. The bicycles were sold in small, medium and
large. "Giant" and the model name are printed on the bicycle.

Sold by: Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide during August 2010
for between $2,200 and $3,500.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles
and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection
and repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle
toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through
Friday or visit the firm's website at www.giant-bicycles.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11038.html

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2010-10-15

The Hive Announces Recall to Repair Revl Carbon Road Bicycle Brakes
Due to Fall Hazard,
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11010.html

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The Hive Announces Recall to Repair Revl Carbon Road Bicycle Brakes
Due to Fall Hazard

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 14, 2010
Release #11-010

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 801-9936
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
 
The Hive Announces Recall to Repair Revl Carbon Road Bicycle Brakes Due
to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal
to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Revl carbon bicycle brakes

Units: About 500

Importer: Perigeum Development Inc., dba The Hive, of Petaluma, Calif.

Hazard: The cable clamping area of the bicycle brakes can crack over
time, causing the brakes to fail. This could pose a fall or crash hazard
to the cyclist.

Incidents/Injuries: No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall involves black Revl carbon road bicycle brakes
with date codes 41B, 44B, 45B, 53B, 13C and 16C printed on the underside
of the carbon brake arms. "Revl" is printed on the brake.

Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from September 2009 through
August 2010 for about $390 per set.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should stop using their bicycles with these recalled
brakes and contact The Hive for replacement parts and instruction to
repair their brakes or contact their retailer to perform the repair free
of charge.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Hive at (800)
801-9936 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the
recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11010.html

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Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 3:27:30 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific
Subject: FW: News from CPSC -  Recall

1.  Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard,
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10038.html

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1.  Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 12, 2009
Release # 10-038  

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 892-6059
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
 
Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Bicycles with EA30 Stems

Units: About 6,400

Importer: Easton Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.

Hazard: The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control,
posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.

Incidents/Injuries: The company received a report of a stem breaking,
causing a minor injury to the rider.

Description: This recall involves all Raleigh 2007, XXIX 700c MTN,
RX1.0, Diamondback 2007, Mission, and Sortie bicycles with EA30 stems.
The EA30 stems are black with white-and-gray graphics and feature a
four-bolt stem face cap."EA30" is printed on the stem. EA30 stems sold
as aftermarket items are included in this recall.

Sold through: Independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2007
through August 2009 for between $500 and $1,200. Aftermarket stems were
sold from August 2007 through September 2009 for about $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and
contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Eason Sports toll-free
at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or
visit the firm's Web site at www.eastonbike.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10038.html

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power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals - contributed
significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries
associated with consumer products over the past 30 years.

To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's
Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's teletypewriter at (800) 638-8270. To
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2009-09-09

1.  Bicycle Chains and Chain Connector Links Recalled by SRAM Due to
Fall Hazard

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1.  Bicycle Chains and Chain Connector Links Recalled by SRAM Due to
Fall Hazard

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2009
Release # 09-342  

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 346-2928
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908  

Bicycle Chains and Chain Connector Links Recalled by SRAM Due to Fall
Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in
cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary
recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: 10 Speed SRAM Bicycle Chains with PowerLock connector
links

Units: About 24,000

Manufacturer: SRAM LLC, of Chicago, Ill.

Hazard: The recalled PowerLock connector links, used on bicycle chains,
are brittle and can crack, allowing the chain to separate from the
bicycle and posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Incidents/Injuries: One incident has been reported in the United States
and three outside. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recall involves SRAM PowerLock connector links, which
are sold individually, on 10-speed bicycle chains and as original
equipment on some bicycles. The recalled PowerLock connector links are
identified by a date code of M or N, which is located on the side of the
PowerLock connector link. 10-speed SRAM chains that were equipped with
recalled PowerLock connector links include the following chain model
numbers: PC-1030, PC-1050, PC-1070, PC-1090 and PC-1090R. The recalled
chains were also installed on some Guru, Surly, Salsa, BMC, Serotta,
Seven, and Ridley brand complete bicycles. The individual PowerLock
connectors and bike chains with these connectors were sold from January
2009 through August 2009; bicycles with affected chains were sold from
April 2009 through August 2009.

Sold at: Specialty bicycle retailer stores nationwide from January 2009
through August 2009. PowerLock connector links were sold separately for
about $5 or as part of 10-speed chains for between $35 and $85.

Manufactured in: Portugal

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerLock
connectors, chains and bicycles with these connectors and contact their
SRAM retailer for a free replacement PowerLock connector link.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact SRAM at (800)
346-2928 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday CT or visit the
firm's Web site at www.sram.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the
recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09342.html

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CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that
are either directly related to this product recall or involve a
different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it:
https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting
the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from
thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction.
The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products
that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard or can
injure children. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer
products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and
household chemicals - contributed significantly to the 30 percent
decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer
products over the past 30 years.

To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC's
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