CPSC2013-06-12
Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
CWI, of Taiwan
Hazard
The bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled Salsa Vaya and La Cruz bicycle forks and contact a Salsa dealer for a free inspection, replacement fork or a full refund.
Sold at
Bicycle stores nationwide and on various websites from February 2011 through June 2012 for about $100 individually for La Cruz forks and on Salsa Vaya bicycles for between $1,300 and $1,600.
Affected count
About 1,700
Injuries reported
Salsa Cycles has received eight reports of forks bending above the disc brake mount. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Salsa Bicycle Forks
Consumer contact
Salsa Cycles; toll-free at (877) 774-6208 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.salsacycles.com and click on the Fork Recall button for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Salsa-Cycles-Recalls-Bicycle-ForksDon't want to check this manually?
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