# CPSC, Answer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Mountain Bicycles
> **CPSC recall** · 2002-08-22 · 02236 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 02236
- **Date:** 2002-08-22
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Suspension Forks on Specialized Rockhopper A-1 Comp and Mongoose Hot Link Sommet series bicycles

## Hazards

The spring and adjuster can separate from the suspension fork and strike the rider, causing injuries.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Answer-Products-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Mountain-Bicycles-)
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