Diamondback Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall or Crash Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-11-08 · 13705
Hazards
Bicycles assembled with incorrect headset parts could cause the steerer tube to fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall or crash.
Recall
Number
13705
Date
2012-11-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX bicycles
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Universal Cycle Corp., of Guang Zhou, China
Retailer(s)
Online through Promotive.com and 3point5.com, as well as through authorized Diamondback retailers nationwide from August 2012 through September 2012 for between $900 and $1100.
Importer(s)
Diamondback Bicycles, of Kent, Wash.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
Bicycles included in the recall are the 2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX, which are black in color and sold in various sizes ranging from 50-cm to 59-cm. "RCX" is printed on the top tube of the bicycle. The bicycle is for use on or off-road.