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CPSC, Cane Creek Announce Recall of Bicycle Suspension Seat Posts

U.S. CPSCFallsJul 24, 2002
Recalled THUDBUSTER Suspension Seat Post
Recalled THUDBUSTER Suspension Seat Post

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Hazard

The seat post's cradle, which attaches to the bicycle seat, can break, posing the risk of falls and serious injury to riders.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these seat posts immediately and return them to the company for a free repair.

Incidents & injuries

Cane Creek has received 18 reports of cradles breaking; though, no injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled THUDBUSTER Suspension Seat Posts are black and silver and have a range of serial numbers between 10894 and 18710. The serial number can be found inside the seat post's tube, toward the bottom of the post. The words, "Cane Creek" and "Thudbuster" are also printed on the seat post. The seat posts are made in the U.S.

Sold on

Independent bicycle dealers nationwide sold these seat posts, between November 2000 and June 2002, for about $140.

Contact the company

Consumers should contact Cane Creek Cycling Components at (800) 234-2725 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.canecreek.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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