CPSC recall 07-014, announced October 25, 2006, covers Time RXS Titan Carbon, RXS Carbon, RXS and RXE Bicycle Pedals (about 18,000 units). The pedal's bearing cap can fail causing the pedal to come off the bicycle. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled pedals immediately and contact TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL to arrange for the pedals to be inspected and, if necessary, receive a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 240-8051, or go to www.TIMESPORTUSA.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 recalled pedals are black or gray. They are made of composite material and are mounted to either a steel or titanium pedal axle and bearing unit by using a threaded aluminum bearing cap. Pedals that have a gold dot on the underside of the pedal body just inside where the bearing cap is mounted to the pedal body are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pedal's bearing cap can fail causing the pedal to come off the bicycle. This poses a fall hazard for riders.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received reports of eight incidents in which the pedal came off the bicycle, resulting in minor injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled pedals immediately and contact TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL to arrange for the pedals to be inspected and, if necessary, receive a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL/ATAC
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 07-014
- Units
- About 18,000
- Manufactured in
- France
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle stores, mail order, and online bicycle dealers nationwide from October 2004 through August 2006 for between $75 and $300.
- Importer
- TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL/ATAC 2001 Inc., of Montecito, Calif.
Time RXS Titan Carbon, RXS Carbon, RXS and RXE Bicycle Pedals
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL at (800) 240-8051 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.TIMESPORTUSA.com
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