CPSC2002-08-15
CPSC, Marin Mountain Bikes Announce Recall of Mountain Bikes
Marin Mountain Bikes, of Novato, Calif.
Hazard
The steer tube on the front of these bicycles can break off from the two main tubes of the frame, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer serious injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bikes immediately and contact Marin Mountain Bikes to learn where to take their bikes to have the frames replaced free of charge.
Sold at
Independent bicycle stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from August 1998 through July 2002, for between $280 and $900.
Affected count
About 1,000
Injuries reported
Marin has received two reports of the steer tube breaking off, resulting in two injuries that included broken bones, broken teeth, cuts and abrasions.
Products
Marin-brand mountain bikes with aluminum frames
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Marin at (800) 876-9840 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's website at www.marinbikes.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Marin-Mountain-Bikes-Announce-Recall-of-Mountain-Bikes-Don't want to check this manually?
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