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Niner Bikes Recalls Bicycle Frame Due to Crash Hazard

U.S. CPSCInjuriesMay 13, 2010
Recalled Bycicle Frame
Recalled Bycicle Frame

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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.

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.

Product 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.

Sold on

Bicycle stores nationwide and overseas from March 2008 through September 2009 for $1,750.

Contact the company

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

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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