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CPSC, Giant Bicycle Inc. Announce Recall of Bicycles

U.S. CPSCInjuriesOct 13, 2004
Recalled 2004 Rainer mountain bicycle
Recalled 2004 Rainer mountain bicycle

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The front brake mounting tabs can break, causing the brakes to fail and the rider to lose control of the bicycle.

Remedy

Consumers should contact Giant Bicycle to determine whether their bicycle is included in this recall. Authorized dealers who sold these bicycles will schedule an inspection and free repair.

Incidents & injuries

The company has received six reports of the tabs breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recall involves only 2004 Rainier model mountain bicycles with Marzocchi EXR Comp front forks. Model numbers included in the recall are 333502, 333503, 333504 and 333505. The bicycle is blue and silver and is made of aluminum. The names "Giant" and "Rainier" are printed on the frame of the bicycle. Earlier models of this bicycle are not included in this recall.

Sold on

Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from February 2004 through March 2004 for about $850.

Contact the company

Contact Giant Bicycle at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's website at www.giantbicycle.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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