CPSC2008-04-22
Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
Nashbar Direct Inc., of Canfield, Ohio
Hazard
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund.
Sold at
Nashbar's Web site and catalogs from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $330.
Affected count
About 200
Injuries reported
Nashbar has received three reports of springs releasing from the bike trainers. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Italy
Products
2008 Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Nashbar at (877) 688-8600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.nashbar.com or by e-mail at recall@nashbar.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Nashbar-Direct-Inc-Recalls-Bicycle-Resistance-Trainers-Due-to-Puncture-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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