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U.S. CPSC August 5, 2008 |
Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Look Cycle; Pedals Can Break Causing Cyclists to Fall The steel axle inside the pedal can break, posing a fall hazard to cyclists. |
U.S. CPSC October 13, 2004 |
Giant Bicycle Inc. Recall of Bicycles The front brake mounting tabs can break, causing the brakes to fail and the rider to lose control of the bicycle. |
U.S. CPSC March 17, 2009 |
Cannondale Recalls Road Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard The bicycles fail to meet the federal safety standard for bicycles. Spoke protector discs, required on bicycles to prevent the bicycle chain from interfering or suddenly stopping the wheel, are missing from these bicycles. This poses a fall hazard to the rider. |
U.S. CPSC July 22, 2008 |
Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders. |
U.S. CPSC August 3, 2007 |
Raleigh America Recalls Bicycles; Forks Can Break Causing Loss of Control The forks can break during normal use, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries. |
U.S. CPSC October 14, 2010 |
The Hive Announces Recall to Repair Revl Carbon Road Bicycle Brakes Due to Fall Hazard The cable clamping area of the bicycle brakes can crack over time, causing the brakes to fail. This could pose a fall or crash hazard to the cyclist. |
U.S. CPSC July 2, 2008 |
Hayes Bicycle Group Recalls Quick-Release Devices for Bicycles Due To Fall Hazard The quick release devices can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position on the bicycle, causing the rider to lose control, which poses a serious fall hazard. |
U.S. CPSC August 19, 2008 |
Electra Bicycle Company Expands Recall of Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders. |
U.S. CPSC August 2, 2005 |
Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recall of Bicycles The rear axle on the bicycle is harder than required by the manufacturer's specification and could crack. |
U.S. CPSC November 12, 2010 |
Giant Recalls Anthem X 29er Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard The frame can crack at the junction of the seat post and top tube, posing a fall hazard to riders. |
U.S. CPSC February 10, 2009 |
Marzocchi Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Crash Hazard and Risk of Injury during Repair The suspension system on bikes with the recalled forks could become completely compressed and fail to return to its original position after a forceful landing. This can cause riders to lose control of the bicycle and crash. |
U.S. CPSC January 9, 2007 |
Cannondale Recalls 2007 Model Road Bicycles Due to Brake Failure The bicycle's front brake can fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall. |
U.S. CPSC March 28, 2007 |
Dynacraft Recalls Bicycles Sold Exclusively at Target Due to Frame Failure The bicycle frame can crack while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision. |
U.S. CPSC March 11, 2009 |
Electra Bicycle Company Recalls Bicycles with Front Trays; Trays Can Come Loose and Pose Fall Hazard to Riders The front tray on the bicycle can come loose and contact the front tire, posing a fall hazard to riders. |
U.S. CPSC June 30, 2010 |
Felt Bicycles Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard The bicycle's fork steer tube can break, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC June 6, 2007 |
Cannondale Recalls Bicycles With Carbon Crankset Due to Fall Hazard The bicycle's crankset could break, posing a fall hazard to user. |
U.S. CPSC September 22, 2011 |
Bridgeway Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard The bicycle chain can break, causing a rider to lose control and fall. |
U.S. CPSC August 19, 2009 |
Felt Bicycles Recalls Cyclocross Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard The bicycle's fork steerer tube can break, causing the rider to lose control and fall, posing a risk of injury. |
U.S. CPSC August 11, 2005 |
Ritchey Design Inc. Recall of Bicycle Wheels The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider can lose balance, fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC August 8, 2007 |
Metal Folding Chairs Sold at Cost Plus World Market Stores Recalled Due to Collapse and Fall Hazards The chairs can collapse due to faulty rivets, posing a fall hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC November 2, 2004 |
Quality Bicycle Products Recall of Bicycle Forks The steering tube on the bicycle fork can crack or break, causing a sudden loss of steering control and causing a fall hazard to bicyclists. |
U.S. CPSC January 19, 2006 |
Syntace USA Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems The recalled bicycle stems can crack or break under normal conditions, causing the rider to fall and suffer serious injury. |
U.S. CPSC May 5, 2005 |
Quality Bicycle Products Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems These handlebar stems can crack or break, causing the bicycle rider to fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC August 8, 2007 |
Stubben Steeltec Horseback Riding Stirrups Recalled Due to Fall Hazard The stirrup's hinges can break, posing a fall hazard to riders. |
U.S. CPSC December 18, 2007 |
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall. |
U.S. CPSC May 19, 2009 |
Trek Recalls Bicycles; JD Forks Can Lose Alignment, Posing Crash Hazard The recalled bicycle's fork can lose alignment causing the front wheel to turn unexpectedly. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash. |
U.S. CPSC September 29, 2004 |
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. Recall of Bicycles The handlebar may loosen and turn unexpectedly, which can cause the rider to lose control and fall. |
U.S. CPSC January 21, 2010 |
Johnson Health Tech North America Recalls Horizon Fitness and LIVESTRONG Fitness Elliptical Trainers Due to Fall Hazard The foot pedal can become disengaged, posing a fall hazard. |
U.S. CPSC September 18, 2007 |
REI Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children The children's trailer bicycle can detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children. |
U.S. CPSC January 12, 2010 |
Bicycles and Framesets Recalled By Seattle Bike Supply Due to Fall Hazard The bicycle's fork legs can separate from the fork crown and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls. |
U.S. CPSC August 31, 2005 |
Target Recall of Back Trails Jr. Bicycle Helmets Some of these helmets do not meet CPSC safety standards for bicycle helmets, which poses a risk of riders suffering head injuries. |
U.S. CPSC September 28, 2006 |
Cervelo Cycles Inc. Announces Recall of Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard The bicycle frames can loosen or separate, causing the rider to lose control, fall and be injured. |
U.S. CPSC December 6, 2006 |
GAMO USA Corp. Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious Injury Hazard The scope mount on these air rifles can be installed incorrectly, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC September 2, 2004 |
World Wide Cycle Supply Inc. Recall of Bicycles Sold at Toys "R" Us The fork that holds the front wheel can separate at the weld, causing the rider to fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC October 16, 2007 |
Huffy Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of Bike The bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries. |
U.S. CPSC October 16, 2007 |
Formula Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure The brake's hand lever can separate, resulting in loss of braking. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to riders. |
U.S. CPSC February 7, 2008 |
Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure The bicycle's frame can break during use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC July 7, 2006 |
Felt Bicycles Announce Recall to Repair Mountain Bicycles for Brake Failure The steel brake boss can detach from the frame, causing the rider to lose control and fall. |
U.S. CPSC September 4, 2008 |
Sony Recalls Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard Irregularly positioned wires near the computer's hinge and/or a dislodged screw inside the hinge can cause a short circuit and overheating. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC August 19, 2009 |
Bicycles Recalled by Nirve Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls. |
U.S. CPSC July 7, 2010 |
Campus Cruisers Recalls Bicycles Due to Front Fork Failure The bicycle's front fork can crack or break, causing a sudden loss of steering control and posing a fall hazard to bicyclists. |
U.S. CPSC February 27, 2007 |
Mirraco Recalls Bicycles Due to Wheel Fork Failure Hazard The front wheel forks on these bicycles could have been welded improperly. This poses a risk that the weld could fail, and the rider could lose control and fall. |
U.S. CPSC April 2, 2009 |
Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources Due to Fire Hazard While charging the battery, the power source can unexpectedly ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC December 17, 2009 |
CO2 Bicycle Tire Inflators Sold at Walmart Recalled by Todson Inc. Due to Risk of Injury The pressurized cartridge containing carbon dioxide can forcefully separate from the pump head, posing a risk of injury to the consumer. |
U.S. CPSC April 21, 2009 |
Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard The cable stop on the bicycle can loosen, which can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the bike. |
U.S. CPSC February 4, 2009 |
Bicycles with R-SYS Wheel Rims Recalled by Mavic USA Due to Crash Hazard The spokes on the bicycle's front wheel rim can break during use, posing a fall and crash hazard to riders. |
U.S. CPSC January 22, 2009 |
Saris Cycling Group Recalls Stationary Bicycle Trainers Due to Fall Hazard A handle pin on the bicycle trainer can loosen during use, causing the machine to become disengaged, and pose a fall hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC May 19, 2009 |
Norco Recalls Bicycle Frames Due to Crash Hazard The bicycle frame can crack and separate, causing a rider to fall from the bicycle and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC January 8, 2008 |
Pacific Cycle Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children. |
U.S. CPSC May 22, 2003 |
Bike Helmets Recalled by Monarch Velo, LLC doing business as Catlike USA The Catlike Kompact(TM) Bike Helmets fail impact testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. |