CPSC2015-06-24
Bicycles with SR Suntour Bicycle Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Crash Hazard
SR Suntour North America, of Vancouver, Wash. (bicycle forks)
Hazard
The bolt that attaches the upper part of the bicycle's fork to the lower part of the fork can break or separate and cause the front wheel to come off the bicycle. This is a crash hazard for riders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled SR Suntour bicycle forks and return the bicycle to the place of purchase for a free inspection and repair.
Sold at
Bicycle stores, sports stores and mass merchandisers from November 2014 through May 2015 for between $300 and $400 for the bicycles.
Affected count
About 68,000 in the United States and 33,600 in Canada
Injuries reported
There have been 15 reports of the bolts breaking or separating from the bicycles, including two reports of minor injuries, including abrasions, cuts and bruises.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Bicycles with SR Suntour bicycle forks
Consumer contact
SR Suntour toll-free at (888) 820-8458 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.srsuntour-cycling.com and click on Safety Recall Notice for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Bicycles-with-SR-Suntour-Bicycle-Forks-Recalled-by-SR-SuntourDon't want to check this manually?
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