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Norco Recalls Havoc Bicycles Due to Risk of Injury

Recalled December 18, 2012 · CPSC recall 13074 · Norco

Norco Havoc Bicycle Frame 26-inchNorco Havoc Bicycle Frame 24-inch
Hazard
The bicycle frame can crack at the joint where the top tube meets the down tube. A cracked tube can separate and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 90
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received three reports of cracked frames. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves 2011 Havoc 24-inch and 26-inch bicycles. The 24-inch bicycles were sold in semi-matte grey and the 26-inch in semi-matte red. On some of the bicycles, "Norco" is printed on the firm's crest that is affixed to the head tube. Bicycle frames included in this recall have serial numbers that begin with K10DQ, K10FQ, K10IQ, K10KQ P10K, P10F or P11B. The serial number is stamped on the underside of the bottom bracket, below the word "Havoc."

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bike and return it an authorized Norco dealer for a replacement.

Contact

Norco Bicycles; at (800) 227-5579, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.norco.com and click on "Recall" for more information.

Product
2011 Havoc Bicycles
Manufacturer(s)
Norco Bicycles, a division of LTP Sports Group Inc., of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Retailers
Authorized Norco dealers nationwide from November 2010 to September 2011 for about $600.
Made in
China

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

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