CPSC recall 12-112, announced February 21, 2012, covers Advanced Sports Fuji Saratoga Women's Bicycles (about 10,500 units). The bicycle's frame can break in the center of the downtube during use, causing the rider to lose control and fall. The notice cites 12 incident reports and 2 injuries. Consumers should stop riding the recalled bicycle immediately and return it to any authorized Fuji Bicycle dealers for a free replacement frame. Recall contact: call (888) 286-6263, or go to www.fujibikes.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.
"Fuji" and "Saratoga" alone or "Saratoga" along with the model number is printed on the frame of the bicycle.
Which products are included?
The recalled bicycles are Fuji women's cruiser bicycles. The 2008 through 2010 models Saratoga 1.0, Saratoga 2.0, Saratoga 3.0 and Saratoga 4.0 are included. The bicycles are various colors. "Fuji" and "Saratoga" alone or "Saratoga" along with the model number is printed on the frame of the bicycle. Serial numbers beginning with ICFJ7, ICFJ8, ICFJ9, ICFJ10 and ICFJ11 are included in this recall. The serial number is located on the bottom of the frame near the crank.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle's frame can break in the center of the downtube during use, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Incidents and injuries
The company is aware of 12 reports of bicycle frames breaking, including two injuries, a head laceration requiring 20 stitches and scrapes and bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop riding the recalled bicycle immediately and return it to any authorized Fuji Bicycle dealers for a free replacement frame.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Advanced Sports
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 12-112
- Units
- About 10,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from November 2007 through December 2011 for between $300 and $500.
- Importer
- Advanced Sports Inc. of Philadelphia
Fuji Saratoga Women's Bicycles
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, consumers should contact Advanced Sports Inc. toll-free at (888) 286-6263 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.fujibikes.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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