CPSC2010-05-13
Niner Bikes Recalls Bicycle Frame Due to Crash Hazard
Niner Bikes of North Hollywood, California
Hazard
A welding deficiency can cause the bicycle frames to crack along the welds of the front triangle of the bicycle. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled frames and contact Niner Bikes for a replacement.
Sold at
Bicycle stores nationwide and overseas from March 2008 through September 2009 for $1,750.
Affected count
About 750
Injuries reported
Niner Bikes has not received any reports of injuries. The company has received 53 reports of cracks along the welds while bicycles were in use.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Bycicle frame
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Niner Bikes toll-free at (877) 646-3792 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or at the firm's Web site at www.ninerbikes.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Niner-Bikes-Recalls-Bicycle-Frame-Due-to-Crash-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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