CPSC recall 06-564, announced July 12, 2006, covers M2Racer Conventional and Integrated Lite Headsets (about 150 units). The headsets mount to bicycle frames and fasten to the front fork assembly. The notice cites 21 incident reports. Consumers should stop riding bicycles with these headsets and inspect their front fork assembly for scoring damage. Recall contact: call (415) 738-8186, or email headset@m2racer.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?
The headset is the component on a bicycle, which provides a interface that can rotate between the bicycle fork and the bicycle frame itself. The Conventional Headset is constructed of an anodized black alloy housing, stainless steel, and polymers. The Integrated Lite Headset is constructed of a black polymer housing and light weight alloys. The Integrated Headset weighs 29 grams; the Conventional Headset weighs 39 grams.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The headsets mount to bicycle frames and fasten to the front fork assembly. A protruding component of the headset can contact the steering tube of the front fork assembly, score or scratch the steering tube, and weaken the structural integrity of the front fork. The front fork could break, causing the handlebars to separate from the bicycle during use and result in a crash.
Incidents and injuries
M2Racer has contacted all headset purchasers and received 21 reports of the headsets scoring the front fork assembly on consumers' bicycles. No fork failures or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding bicycles with these headsets and inspect their front fork assembly for scoring damage. M2Racer will refund the purchase price of returned headsets.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- M2Racer
- Manufacturer
- M2Racer LLC, of Burlingame, Calif.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 06-564
- Units
- About 150
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle shops nationwide and through the M2Racer Web site at www.m2racer.com from December 2004 through May 2006 for about $130.
Conventional and Integrated Lite Headsets
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact M2Racer collect at (415) 738-8186 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or by e-mail at headset@m2racer.com
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