CPSC recall 08-040, announced October 23, 2007, covers Reynolds UL Bicycle Forks (about 330 units). The fork tips could separate from the fork legs, causing the wheel to come loose from the fork while riding. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the bicycles equipped with the recalled forks immediately and contact Reynolds for a free replacement fork. Recall contact: call (866) 798-3040, go to www.reynoldscycling.com/recall, or email recall@reynoldscycling.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.
The serial number decal is located on the steer tube.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Reynolds UL bicycle fork models with 43 mm and 50 mm rakes and with serial numbers 09100 through 10403. The serial number decal is located on the steer tube. To see the serial number, the fork must be removed from the frame. Some recalled forks are black, have "Reynolds" printed on them, and have a gray and white stripe painted on the legs of the fork. Other recalled forks were painted with a different paint scheme and do not have "Reynolds" printed on them. To determine if a fork is included in this recall, consumers should contact the company.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fork tips could separate from the fork legs, causing the wheel to come loose from the fork while riding. This could pose a serious fall hazard to riders.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the bicycles equipped with the recalled forks immediately and contact Reynolds for a free replacement fork.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- MacLean Quality Composites, d.b.a. Reynolds
- Manufacturer
- MacLean Quality Composites, d.b.a. Reynolds, of West Jordan, Utah
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 08-040
- Units
- About 330
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bicycle retailers nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for about $500. The recalled forks were included in custom 2007 bicycle frame kits from the following manufacturers: Independent Fabrication, Litespeed, Lynskey Performance Designs LLC., Merlin, Parlee, Rock Lobster, Spectrum Cycles, Strong Frames and Vicious Cycles.
- Distributor
- Quality Bicycle Products, of Bloomington, Minn., Security Bicycle Accessories, of Hempstead, N.Y.
Reynolds UL Bicycle Forks
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Reynolds toll-free at (866) 798-3040 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the company's Web site at www.reynoldscycling.com/recall or send an email to recall@reynoldscycling.com
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