CPSC recall 11-140, announced February 22, 2011, covers Novara Fusion Bicycles (about 160 units). The alloy steerer tube could separate from the fork causing the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to consumers. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact their local REI store or the REI customer service center to arrange for a replacement fork to be installed free of charge. Recall contact: call (800) 426-4840, or go to www.rei.com/help/recall/index.html.
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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?
This recall involves Novara Fusion bicycles with serial numbers U95Y07321, U96Y28393, or in the sequential range of the last four digits U96Y28876 through U96Y29128. Serial numbers are located on the underside of the bike. The espresso-colored bicycles were sold in two styles, the Step Through and the Fusion. The Step Through was sold in extra small/small, while the Fusion was available in medium, large, and extra large.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The alloy steerer tube could separate from the fork causing the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of a steerer tube detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact their local REI store or the REI customer service center to arrange for a replacement fork to be installed free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) dba Novara
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 11-140
- Units
- About 160
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- REI stores nationwide and at REI.com from November 2009 to November 2010 for between $600 and $900.
- Importer
- REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) dba Novara, of Kent, Wash.
Novara Fusion Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact REI at (800) 426-4840 anytime or go to REI's website at http://www.rei.com/help/recall/index.html
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