CPSC2004-04-02
CPSC, Pacific Cycle Inc. Announce Recall of Mongoose 20-Inch Mountain Bicycles
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Hazard
The rear shock absorber allows the aluminum dual-suspension frame to flex severely, causing the frame to become unstable and break, posing the risk of injury to riders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Pacific Cycle Inc. to receive a free replacement rear shock and instructions.
Sold at
Bicycle stores and department stores nationwide, from September 2003 through March 1, 2004, for about $99.
Affected count
About 14,000
Injuries reported
Pacific Cycle Inc. has received two reports of the frames on these bicycles breaking, resulting in abrasions and bruises to the rider.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Mongoose aluminum 20-inch-wheel "D-XR AL" mountain bicycles
Consumer contact
For more information, call Pacific Cycle Inc. toll-free at (877) 564-2261 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.mongoose.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Pacific-Cycle-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Mongoose-20-Inch-Mountain-BicyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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