Marzocchi Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Crash Hazard and Risk of Injury during Repair
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-02-10 · 09125
Hazards
The suspension system on bikes with the recalled forks could become completely compressed and fail to return to its original position after a forceful landing. This can cause riders to lose control of the bicycle and crash. The forks can also expand forcefully if repair is attempted by the consumer, posing a risk of serious injury.
Recall
Number
09125
Date
2009-02-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Bicycle Forks
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Tenneco-Marzocchi s.r.l., of Bologna, Italy
Retailer(s)
Various bicycle parts distributors and retailers nationwide from July 2007 through September 2007 for between $1,000 and $1,700.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
The recalled bicycle forks were sold for installation on mountain bikes. The recall involves certain 2008 model year 888RC3 and 888RC3WC suspensions with date codes beginning with T07D07, T07D08 and T07D09. The forks are white or black with red and black artwork on the legs.