CPSC2014-10-29
Cane Creek Recalls Bicycle Shocks Due to Risk of Injury
Cane Creek Cycling Components, Inc.; Fletcher, N.C.
Hazard
The shock absorber is marked with graphics that incorrectly identify the adjustment directions for High Speed Rebound (HSR) damping. Following these directions will cause unexpected behavior by a bike's suspension and pose a fall hazard to a rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Cane Creek for a repair decal kit to correct the HSR adjustment markings on affected product.
Sold at
Distributors and retailers globally from May 2014 through September 2014 for about $495 each or included in the price of the bike.
Affected count
About 5,000 in the US and 500 in Canada
Injuries reported
Cane Creek has received four complaints from customers, one of which involved a report of injury with bruises in the midsection.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
DBINLINE Rear Shock
Consumer contact
Cane Creek Cycling Components at (800) 234-2725 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.canecreek.com and click on "Safety and Recall" for recall information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Cane-Creek-Recalls-Bicycle-ShocksDon't want to check this manually?
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