CPSC recall 03-018, announced October 17, 2002, covers Lida Bicycle Men's Bicycles (about 2,400 units). The frames of these bicycles can break apart, causing the rider to fall and suffer injuries. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit.
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.
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?
The bicycle is a 26-inch, 21-speed, dual-suspension men's bicycle with a double-bar, white frame. "Kent" is written on the down tube and head tube of the bicycle. The decal reading "2100DH" or "PRO-X" appears on the top tube near the head of the bicycle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The frames of these bicycles can break apart, causing the rider to fall and suffer injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Lida Bicycle and the bicycle distributor, Kent International Inc., of Parsippany, N.J., have received four reports of the frames of these bicycles breaking. Two riders suffered minor contusions and abrasions. The other two riders were not injured.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Lida Bicycle
- Manufacturer
- Lida Bicycle Co. Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 03-018
- Units
- About 2,400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois, and independent bicycle shops in New York and New Jersey sold these bicycles, from April 2002 through August 2002, for between $200 and $250.
- Distributor
- Kent International Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
Men's Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers should call Kent Bicycles at (800) 451- 5368 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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