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Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall

Recalled January 14, 2009 · CPSC recall 09096 · Giant Bicycle

Recalled Bicycle Fork
Hazard
The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork.
Units
About 1,000
Incidents / injuries
Giant Bicycle has received one report of the fork cracking with no reported injuries.

Description

This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.

What to do

Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork.

Contact

For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.giant-bicycles.com

Product
2009 model year TCR Advanced SL and SL (ISP) Bicycles and Frames
Imported by
Giant Bicycle, of Newbury Park, Calif.
Retailers
Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.
Made in
Taiwan

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