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Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall

U.S. CPSCFallsJan 14, 2009
Recalled Bicycle Fork
Recalled Bicycle Fork

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Hazard

The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.

Remedy

Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork.

Incidents & injuries

Giant Bicycle has received one report of the fork cracking with no reported injuries.

Product description

This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.

Sold on

Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.giant-bicycles.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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