CPSC recall 12-088, announced January 18, 2012, covers Giant Bicycle 2012 Model Year Giant Defy Advanced and Avail Advanced Bicycles (about 900 units). The fork can crack, posing a fall hazard to riders. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fork. Recall contact: call (866) 458-2555, or go to www.giant-bicycles.com/en-US.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves all 2012 model year men's Giant Defy Advanced 0, 1 and 2 model bicycles and the women's Giant Avail Advanced 0, 1, and 2 model bicycles. "Giant" and the model name are printed on the bicycle. The bicycles are various colors and sizes.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fork can crack, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fork.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Giant Bicycle
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 12-088
- Units
- About 900
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2011 through November 2011 for between $3,000 and $4,550.
- Importer
- Giant Bicycle, Inc., of Newbury Park, Calif.
2012 Model Year Giant Defy Advanced and Avail Advanced Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.giant-bicycles.com/en-US/
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