Recall 12-149, published April 12, 2012
GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks
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
3900DCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 3700D, 3900D.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the following GT, Giant and Trek bicycles with SR Suntour suspension forks. "SR Suntour" and the date code are printed on the back of the fork crown. Bicycles Model Years Model Name SR Giant 2011-2012 Revel 1 Revel 1W GT 2012 Avalanche 4.0 Avalanche 4.0 GTW Trek 2012 3700D 3900D Suntour Suspension Fork Date Codes CK110301 through CK110731
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using bicycles with these forks immediately and return the bicycles to any authorized GT, Giant or Trek dealer for a free repair.
- Brand
- SR Suntour
- Recall published
- April 12, 2012
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 17,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from April 2011 through March 2012 for between $400 and $600.
