CPSC recall 07-116, announced February 27, 2007, covers Mirraco Bicycles (about 11,000 units). The front wheel forks on these bicycles could have been welded improperly. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and have them inspected by a Mirraco dealer. Recall contact: call (888) 431-7653, or go to www.mirrabikeco.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.
Affected model numbers
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 20FORTY.
Which products are included?
The recall involves BMX bicycles. The model name is printed on the bicycle. Recalled models include the following: Mirraco Models Blend 3 Black Pearl 3 Fivestar Park Blend 2 Black Pearl 2 Icon Moto Blend 1 Black Pearl 1 Icon 20Forty Blend 1s Blend 16
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The front wheel forks on these bicycles could have been welded improperly. This poses a risk that the weld could fail, and the rider could lose control and fall.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of steer tube rotation and one report of a fork separation due to failure of the welds. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and have them inspected by a Mirraco dealer. If the inspection shows that the bicycle is part of the recall, the fork will be replaced free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mirraco
- Manufacturer
- Mirraco LLC, of Carlsbad, Calif.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 07-116
- Units
- About 11,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Mirraco dealers nationwide from November 2006 through January 2007 for between $265 and $550.
Mirraco Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
Call Mirraco toll-free at (888) 431-7653 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mirrabikeco.com
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