Quality Bicycle Products Recalls Civia Bicycle Racks Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-06-08 · 11241
Hazards
The bicycle rack's mounting bracket can crack or break. When this happens, the rack can fall onto the bicycle's front wheel, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Recall
Number
11241
Date
2011-06-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Carrier rack for mounting over front bicycle wheel
Remedies
Options
Replace; Refund
Companies
Retailer(s)
Independent bicycle stores nationwide from December 2009 through February 2011 for about $175.
Importer(s)
Quality Bicycle Products of Bloomington, Minn.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall involves Civia Loring bicycle racks. They have black aluminum tubing with bamboo panels and mount to the bicycle's front fork. The word "Civia" is printed on the rack's side panels.