CPSC recall 05-009, announced October 13, 2004, covers Giant Bicycle Rainier Mountain Bicycles (about 160 units). The front brake mounting tabs can break, causing the brakes to fail and the rider to lose control of the bicycle. The notice cites 6 incident reports. Consumers should contact Giant Bicycle to determine whether their bicycle is included in this recall. Recall contact: call (866) 458-2555, or go to www.giantbicycle.com.
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 recall involves only 2004 Rainier model mountain bicycles with Marzocchi EXR Comp front forks. Model numbers included in the recall are 333502, 333503, 333504 and 333505. The bicycle is blue and silver and is made of aluminum. The names "Giant" and "Rainier" are printed on the frame of the bicycle. Earlier models of this bicycle are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The front brake mounting tabs can break, causing the brakes to fail and the rider to lose control of the bicycle.
Incidents and injuries
The company has received six reports of the tabs breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact Giant Bicycle to determine whether their bicycle is included in this recall. Authorized dealers who sold these bicycles will schedule an inspection and free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Giant Bicycle
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 05-009
- Units
- About 160
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from February 2004 through March 2004 for about $850.
- Distributor
- Giant Bicycle Inc., of Newbury Park, Calif.
Rainier Mountain Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
Contact Giant Bicycle at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's website at www.giantbicycle.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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