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Seattle Bike Supply Recalls Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall Hazard

Recalled July 13, 2010 · CPSC recall 10296 · Seattle Bike Supply

Recalled bicycle
Hazard
The bicycle fork's legs can separate from the fork crown and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard and risk of injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and contact their local Redline bicycle dealer to receive a free fork replacement.
Units
About 330
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received five reports of cracks near the fork's crown.

Description

This recall involves all 2010 Redline Conquest Cyclocross bicycles and framesets. The bicycles and framesets were sold in yellow and black, and have aluminum frames and aluminum forks with aluminum steering tubes. "Redline" is printed on the bicycle frame. The bicycles are equipped with a 700C wheel and frame sizes ranging from 44cm to 60 cm.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and framesets and contact their local Redline bicycle dealer to receive a free fork replacement.

Contact

For additional information, contact Redline Bicyles at (800) 283-2453 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.redlinebicycles.com

Product
2010 Redline Conquest Cyclocross Bicycles and Framesets
Distributed by
Seattle Bike Supply, of Kent, Wash.
Retailers
Bicycle specialty stores nationwide between July 2009 through May 2010 for about $1,400 for the bicycle and $400 for the frameset.
Made in
Taiwan

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

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