Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-01-14 · 09096
Hazards
The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Recall
Number
09096
Date
2009-01-14
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
2009 model year TCR Advanced SL and SL (ISP) Bicycles and Frames
Companies
Retailer(s)
Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.
Importer(s)
Giant Bicycle, of Newbury Park, Calif.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.