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Campus Cruisers Recalls Bicycles Due to Front Fork Failure

Recalled July 7, 2010 · CPSC recall 10293 · Campus Cruisers

Recalled BicycleRecalled Bicycle's Fork
Hazard
The bicycle's front fork can crack or break, causing a sudden loss of steering control and posing a fall hazard to bicyclists.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles with the recalled front forks. Consumers can contact their local Campus Cruisers dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers who are not near an authorized dealer should contact Campus Cruisers for assistance.
Units
About 100
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received four reports of lateral cracks beneath the front fork's crown. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Campus Cruisers' Eastside Fix model bicycles. The single speed bicycle has an aluminum frame and fork. The bicycles were sold in royal blue with a white leather seat and white gel grips on the handlebars.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles with the recalled front forks. Consumers can contact their local Campus Cruisers dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers who are not near an authorized dealer should contact Campus Cruisers for assistance.

Contact

For additional information, contact Campus Cruisers toll-free at (877) 260-2721 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.campuscruisers.com. Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected]

Product
Eastside Fix Bicycle Forks
Distributed by
Campus Cruisers LLC, of Boulder, Colo.
Retailers
Independent bicycle dealers nationwide from March 2010 through May 2010 for about $450
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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