Recall 04-113, published April 2, 2004
Pacific Cycle Mongoose aluminum 20-inch-wheel "D-XR AL" mountain bicycles
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
R1590WMETThey have model number "R1590WMET" written on the service sticker, located on the bottom bracket tube near the pedals.
Which products are included?
These are Mongoose aluminum 20-inch-wheel, D-XR AL, dual-suspension mountain bicycles. They have model number "R1590WMET" written on the service sticker, located on the bottom bracket tube near the pedals. The bicycles are silver and red colored. "Mongoose" and "DXR AL" are on the frame of the bicycles. Only Mongoose 20-inch D-XR bicycles with aluminum frames are included this recall. Bicycles with steel frames are not included.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rear shock absorber allows the aluminum dual-suspension frame to flex severely, causing the frame to become unstable and break, posing the risk of injury to riders.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Pacific Cycle Inc. to receive a free replacement rear shock and instructions.
- Brand
- Pacific Cycle
- Recall published
- April 2, 2004
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 14,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle stores and department stores nationwide, from September 2003 through March 1, 2004, for about $99.
