CPSC recall 15-169, announced June 24, 2015, covers SR Suntour North America Bicycles with SR Suntour bicycle forks (about 68,000 units). The bolt that attaches the upper part of the bicycle's fork to the lower part of the fork can break or separate and cause the front wheel to come off the bicycle. The notice cites 15 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled SR Suntour bicycle forks and return the bicycle to the place of purchase for a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call (888) 820-8458, or go to www.srsuntour-cycling.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 serial number is the first row.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Cannondale, Diamondback, Giant, GT, INA International, Nishiki, Schwinn, Scott and Trek brand bicycles with SR Suntour bicycle forks models M3010, M3020, M3030, NEX and XCT. The recalled forks have serial numbers in the top row beginning with "K" and ending with a number between 141101 and150127. The fork model and serial numbers are located on the back of the fork's crown. The serial number is the first row. The model number is in the second row. "SR Suntour" is printed on stickers on both sides of the fork legs. A detailed list of the specific model numbers included in the recall is on the firm's website.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bolt that attaches the upper part of the bicycle's fork to the lower part of the fork can break or separate and cause the front wheel to come off the bicycle. This is a crash hazard for riders.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 15 reports of the bolts breaking or separating from the bicycles, including two reports of minor injuries, including abrasions, cuts and bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled SR Suntour bicycle forks and return the bicycle to the place of purchase for a free inspection and repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- SR Suntour North America
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 15-169
- Units
- About 68,000 in the United States and 33,600 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Bicycle stores, sports stores and mass merchandisers from November 2014 through May 2015 for between $300 and $400 for the bicycles.
- Importer
- SR Suntour North America, of Vancouver, Wash. (bicycle forks)
- Distributor
- SR Suntour North America, of Vancouver, Wash. (bicycle forks)
Bicycles with SR Suntour bicycle forks
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
SR Suntour toll-free at (888) 820-8458 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.srsuntour-cycling.com and click on Safety Recall Notice for more information.
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