CPSC2009-02-10
Marzocchi Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Crash Hazard and Risk of Injury during Repair
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Hazard
The suspension system on bikes with the recalled forks could become completely compressed and fail to return to its original position after a forceful landing. This can cause riders to lose control of the bicycle and crash. The forks can also expand forcefully if repair is attempted by the consumer, posing a risk of serious injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycle forks immediately, and return them to the dealer where purchased for a free repair. Consumers should not attempt to repair the forks.
Sold at
Various bicycle parts distributors and retailers nationwide from July 2007 through September 2007 for between $1,000 and $1,700.
Affected count
About 70
Injuries reported
The firm has eight reports of damaged forks outside the U.S., including a report of an injury from a fall.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Bicycle Forks
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Marzocchi at (800) 227-5579 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, e-mail the firm at Techinfo@Marzocchiusa.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.marzocchi.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Marzocchi-Recalls-Bicycle-Forks-Due-to-Crash-Hazard-and-Risk-of-Injury-during-RepairDon't want to check this manually?
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