CPSC recall 02-026, announced November 20, 2001, covers Raleigh America 2001 Diamondback XSL-Race and XSL-Pro Mountain Bicycles (about 500 units). The bottom bracket spindle inside the crankset of the bicycle can break, causing the rider to lose control and crash. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact the authorized Diamondback dealer where the bicycle was purchased to arrange for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 222-5527.
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Which products are included?
The recalled bicycles are the 2001 Diamondback XSL-Race and XSL-Pro Mountain models. The XSL-Race model is white with red and black decals. The XSL-Pro model is yellow with white decals.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bottom bracket spindle inside the crankset of the bicycle can break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.
Incidents and injuries
Raleigh America has received five reports of bottom bracket spindles breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact the authorized Diamondback dealer where the bicycle was purchased to arrange for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Raleigh America
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 02-026
- Units
- About 500
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Diamondback dealers sold the bicycles nationwide from January 2001 through August 2001 for between $1,400 and $1,900.
- Importer
- Raleigh America Inc., of Kent, Wash.
2001 Diamondback XSL-Race and XSL-Pro Mountain Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact Raleigh America at (800) 222-5527 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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