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Niner Bikes Recalls Bicycle Frame Due to Crash Hazard
Recalled May 13, 2010 · CPSC recall 10231 · Niner Bikes
Hazard
A welding deficiency can cause the bicycle frames to crack along the welds of the front triangle of the bicycle. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled frames and contact Niner Bikes for a replacement.
Units
About 750
Incidents / injuries
Niner Bikes has not received any reports of injuries. The company has received 53 reports of cracks along the welds while bicycles were in use.
Description
The recalled bicycle frames include all Jet 9 models ranging sequentially from serial numbers P8001682 to P9400454. The frame is a full suspension model in the colors green, white or black. "Jet 9" and "Niner" are painted on the bicycle frame. The frame was made from 6000 series aluminum.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled frames and contact Niner Bikes for a replacement.
Contact
For additional information, contact Niner Bikes toll-free at (877) 646-3792 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or at the firm's Web site at www.ninerbikes.com
Product
Bycicle frame
Manufacturer(s)
Niner Bikes of North Hollywood, California
Retailers
Bicycle stores nationwide and overseas from March 2008 through September 2009 for $1,750.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →