CPSC2024-03-07
GT Recalls LaBomba Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
GT Bicycles LLC, of Aliso Viejo, California
Hazard
The bicycle headtube/downtube weld can become damaged and separate from the bicycle frame, posing fall and injury hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized GT dealer for a free replacement frame.
Sold at
Bicycle stores nationwide from October 2018 through September 2023 for between $400 and $1,450.
Affected count
About 3,040 (In addition, about 324 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received five reports of damage to the bicycle headtube/downtube weld, causing the bicycle headtube to separate from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
GT LaBomba bicycles
Consumer contact
GT at 800-843-2453 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET and Monday through Friday, email at ridersupport@gtbicycles.com or online at www.gtbicycles.com/pages/recalls-safety or www.gtbicycles.com and click on "Recalls & Safety" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/GT-Recalls-LaBomba-Bicycles-Due-to-Fall-and-Injury-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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