CPSC recall 02-158, announced May 9, 2002, covers Slayer and "Edge" Rocky Mountain Bicycles (about 660 units). The chainstay that holds the rear wheel in place can fail, causing the rear wheel to separate from the bicycle. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a free repair. Recall contact: go to www.bikes.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 16.5-, 18- and 19-inch Slayer and Edge full-suspension mountain bicycles. The Slayer model is black metallic with red decals on the top tube and downtube, that read "Slayer" and "Rocky Mountain." The Edge model is royal blue with yellow decals on the top tube and downtube, that read "Edge" and Rocky Mountain." "Made in Canada" is printed on decals on both model bicycles. Bicycles with the letter "S" stamped on the chainstay yoke are not involved in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The chainstay that holds the rear wheel in place can fail, causing the rear wheel to separate from the bicycle. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.
Incidents and injuries
Rocky Mountain Bicycles have received one report of an incident where the rear wheel separated from the bicycle. The rider sustained minor abrasions due to the crash.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Rocky Mountain Bicycles, of Delta, British Columbia, Canada
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 02-158
- Units
- About 660
- Manufactured in
- Canada
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty bicycle shops sold the bicycles nationwide, from January 2001 through February 2002. The "Edge" model sold for about $1,750 and the "Slayer" for about $2,150.
Slayer and "Edge" Rocky Mountain Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers can contact Rocky Mountain Bicycles at (800) 663- 2512 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.bikes.com
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