CPSC recall 16-176, announced May 26, 2016, covers Box Components Bicycle forks (about 4,100 units). The steer tube can become loose in the crown of the fork, posing a fall hazard. The notice cites 242 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled forks and contact Box Components for a free replacement bicycle fork. Recall contact: call (888) 279-9691, or go to www.boxcomponents.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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 20-INCH, 24-INCH.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Box Components' carbon fiber BMX bicycle forks. The forks are black with "BOX" printed in white on the side. The model numbers are printed in white letters on the front face of fork crown. The affected models have one of the following three serial numbers printed above the crown: 140508, 140606 or 140702. The affected models include: Model Numbers Specification XE 20-inch, 10 mm XE 24-inch, 10 mm XL 20-inch, 10 mm XL 24-inch, 10 mm XS 20-inch, 10 mm
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The steer tube can become loose in the crown of the fork, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Box Components has received 242 reports of loosened tubes. No falls or injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled forks and contact Box Components for a free replacement bicycle fork.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Box Components
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 16-176
- Units
- About 4,100
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent bike shops and online at www.danscomp.com and www.jrbicycles.com from July 2013 through April 2015 for about $300.
- Importer
- Box Components Inc., of Anaheim, Calif.
Bicycle forks
CPSC product type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Recall contact information
Box Components toll-free at (888) 279-9691 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.boxcomponents.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
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