CPSC2012-11-14
Bike Friday Recalls Tikit Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Green Gear Cycling Inc., dba Bike Friday, of Eugene, Ore.
Hazard
The tikit bike's handlebar stem can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycle and contact Bike Friday to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Bike Friday direct and dealers nationwide from January 2007 through September 2012 for between $900 and $5,000.
Affected count
About 3,800
Injuries reported
The firm has received six reports of breaking handlebar stems, resulting in two reports of injuries including scrapes, bruises and a head laceration that required stitches.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Tikit Folding Bicycles
Consumer contact
Bike Friday; (800) 777-0258, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.BikeFriday.com (FAQs) and click on “tikit stem recall” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Bike-Friday-Recalls-Tikit-Folding-Bicycles-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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