CPSC, Answer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Mountain Bicycles
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-08-22 · 02236
Hazards
The spring and adjuster can separate from the suspension fork and strike the rider, causing injuries.
Recall
Number
02236
Date
2002-08-22
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Suspension Forks on Specialized Rockhopper A-1 Comp and Mongoose Hot Link Sommet series bicycles
Companies
Retailer(s)
Bicycle stores nationwide and mail-order catalogs sold these bicycles, from January 2002 through August 2002, for between $800 and $900.
Importer(s)
Answer Products Inc., of Valencia, Calif.
Description
The recalled 2002 model forks were installed on Specialized Rockhopper A-1 Comp and Mongoose Hot Link Sommet series bicycles. "MANITOU" is printed on the side of the fork and the model name - "Six Elite" and "Six Super" - is printed on the arch of the fork and on the side of the fork leg. The bicycles were manufactured in Asia.