CPSC recall 09-096, announced January 14, 2009, covers Giant Bicycle 2009 model year TCR Advanced SL and SL (ISP) Bicycles and Frames (about 1,000 units). The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork. Recall contact: call (866) 458-2555, or go to www.giant-bicycles.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.
Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Incidents and injuries
Giant Bicycle has received one report of the fork cracking with no reported injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement fork.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Giant Bicycle
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 09-096
- Units
- About 1,000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.
- Importer
- Giant Bicycle, of Newbury Park, Calif.
2009 model year TCR Advanced SL and SL (ISP) Bicycles and Frames
CPSC product type: Bicycles & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.giant-bicycles.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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