Model number check

29ER

Is 29ER recalled? Yes. Model number 29ER is listed in 2 CPSC recalls: 13-261 (Giant brand bicycles and carbon seatposts, August 8, 2013) and 11-038 (Giant Manufacturing 2011 Model Year Anthem Giant Bicycles, November 12, 2010).

Compare every letter, number, space, and suffix on your product label. A similar-looking model may not be included in a recall — the official CPSC notice is always the final authority.

Recall 13-261, published August 8, 2013

Giant brand bicycles and carbon seatposts

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

29ER
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 29ER.

Which products are included?

This recall includes 2013 model year Giant XtC Advanced SL 29er 0 and 29er 1 series bicycles and 27.2 mm carbon fiber seatposts sold separately. The SL 29er 0 model bicycle is white, black and blue. The SL 29er 1 model is white, black and red. The letters "XTC" appear on the down tube of the frame on both bicycles. The name "Giant" and "Contact SLR" appear on the 27.2 mm carbon fiber seatposts.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The bicycle seatposts on the affected bicycles and the after-market seatposts can crack, posing a fall hazard.

Official remedy

Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and seatposts and contact a Giant Bicycle dealer for a free replacement seatpost.

Remedy type: Replace

Recall published
August 8, 2013
Units
About 200
Sold at / sales period
Bicycle stores nationwide between November 2012 and May 2013 for between $4,300 and $7,700 for the bicycles and $200 for the seatpost sold separately

Recall 11-038, published November 12, 2010

Giant Manufacturing 2011 Model Year Anthem Giant Bicycles

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

Affected model numbers

29ER
Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 29ER.

Which products are included?

This recall involves 2011 model year Giant Anthem X 29er 1, 2 and 3 model bicycles. The bicycles were sold in small, medium and large. "Giant" and the model name are printed on the bicycle.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The frame can crack at the junction of the seat post and top tube, posing a fall hazard to riders.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Recall published
November 12, 2010
Units
About 370
Sold at / sales period
Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide during August 2010 for between $2,200 and $3,500.

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