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Giant Bicycle Recalls Two Models; Forks Can Break Causing Fall Hazard

Recalled January 18, 2012 · CPSC recall 12088 · Giant Bicycle

Hazard

The fork can crack, posing a fall hazard to riders.

Remedy

Replace

Units

About 900

Incidents / injuries

None reported

Description

This recall involves all 2012 model year men's Giant Defy Advanced 0, 1 and 2 model bicycles and the women's Giant Avail Advanced 0, 1, and 2 model bicycles. "Giant" and the model name are printed on the bicycle. The bicycles are various colors and sizes.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fork.

Contact

For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.giant-bicycles.com/en-US/

Product

2012 Model Year Giant Defy Advanced and Avail Advanced Bicycles

Imported by

Giant Bicycle, Inc., of Newbury Park, Calif.

Retailers

Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2011 through November 2011 for between $3,000 and $4,550.

Made in

Taiwan

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