CPSC2013-12-04
SRAM Recalls Derailleurs for Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
SRAM, LLC, of Chicago, Ill.
Hazard
The rear derailleur's rear pivot pin can loosen or dislodge causing the rear derailleur to jam or interfere with the wheel, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled SRAM RED derailleurs and return the bicycles to the place of purchase or any SRAM dealer for a free replacement, including installation. Consumers who bought the derailleurs as a stand-alone product can take them to the place of purchase for a free replacement or, for those who can make the equipment change themselves, contact SRAM for instructions on how to return the recalled product for the free replacement.
Sold at
Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide from September 2012 to November 2013 for approximately $380 as an aftermarket installation. They were also sold as original equipment on new high-end bicycles.
Affected count
1700
Injuries reported
The firm has received reports of 43 incidents in the U.S. with one report of scrapes and bruises.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Bicycle chain derailleurs
Consumer contact
SRAM at (800) 346-2928 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday CT or online at www.sram.com and click on “Recall Information” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/SRAM-Recalls-Derailleurs-for-BicyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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