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Bicycles Recalled by REI Due to Fork Failure
Recalled June 2, 2009 · CPSC recall 09234
Hazard
The fork can separate from the steerer tube which can cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to an REI retail store for a free repair.
Units
About 260
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received two reports of forks separating causing riders to fall. Injuries reported include a fractured clavicle, broken teeth, facial damage and head injuries.
Description
This recall involves 2005 Novara Trionfo bicycles with Aprebic carbon fiber forks. The bicycles are blue and white with black forks, and have the name "Novara" printed on the bars.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to an REI retail store for a free repair.
Contact
For additional information, contact REI at (800) 426-4840 between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rei.com
Product
2005 Novara Trionfo Bicycles
Distributed by
Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), of Kent, Wash.
Retailers
REI retail stores nationwide from January 2005 through August 2006 for between $720 and $1,900.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →