Reported Jun 24, 2015
Bicycles with SR Suntour Bicycle Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Crash Hazard
SR Suntour North America, of Vancouver, Wash. (bicycle forks)
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled SR Suntour bicycle forks and return the bicycle to the place of purchase for a free inspection and repair.
Firm contact: SR Suntour toll-free at (888) 820-8458 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.srsuntour-cycling.com and click on Safety Recall Notice for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Bicycles with SR Suntour bicycle forks
- Amount recalled
- About 68,000 in the United States and 33,600 in Canada
Where it was sold
Sold at Bicycle stores, sports stores and mass merchandisers from November 2014 through May 2015 for between $300 and $400 for the bicycles..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The bolt that attaches the upper part of the bicycle's fork to the lower part of the fork can break or separate and cause the front wheel to come off the bicycle. This is a crash hazard for riders.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: There have been 15 reports of the bolts breaking or separating from the bicycles, including two reports of minor injuries, including abrasions, cuts and bruises.
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