Norco Recalls Havoc Bicycles Due to Risk of Injury
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-12-18 · 13074
Hazards
The bicycle frame can crack at the joint where the top tube meets the down tube. A cracked tube can separate and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury or death.
Recall
Number
13074
Date
2012-12-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
2011 Havoc Bicycles
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Norco Bicycles, a division of LTP Sports Group Inc., of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Retailer(s)
Authorized Norco dealers nationwide from November 2010 to September 2011 for about $600.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves 2011 Havoc 24-inch and 26-inch bicycles. The 24-inch bicycles were sold in semi-matte grey and the 26-inch in semi-matte red. On some of the bicycles, "Norco" is printed on the firm's crest that is affixed to the head tube. Bicycle frames included in this recall have serial numbers that begin with K10DQ, K10FQ, K10IQ, K10KQ P10K, P10F or P11B. The serial number is stamped on the underside of the bottom bracket, below the word "Havoc."