CPSC, Marin Mountain Bikes Announce Recall of Mountain Bikes
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-08-15 · 02229
Hazards
The steer tube on the front of these bicycles can break off from the two main tubes of the frame, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer serious injury.
Recall
Number
02229
Date
2002-08-15
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Marin-brand mountain bikes with aluminum frames
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Marin Mountain Bikes, of Novato, Calif.
Retailer(s)
Independent bicycle stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes, from August 1998 through July 2002, for between $280 and $900.
Description
The recall involves Marin-brand mountain bikes with aluminum frames. There are seven model bikes with 11.5-inch frames and one model with a 13.5-inch frame. The 11.5-inch bikes have the following model names: Bobcat Trail, Hawk Hill, Palisades Trail, Pioneer Trail, Nail Trail, Stinson and Rocky Ridge. The 13.5-inch model has the model name Quake. The model name is written on the top tube of the mountain bikes. To determine the size of the frame (11.5-inch or 13.5-inch), measure from the center of the crank arm to about 1 inch below the seatpost clamp.