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Fall / CollapseJanuary 6, 2009CPSC #09082

Bicycles with RockShox Bicycle Forks Recalled by SRAM LLC Due to Crash Hazard

Brand
Unknown
Product
Bicycles
Units affected
175
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recall involves RockShox Domain 302 and 318 bicycle forks with steel steerer sold for installation on new bicycles. Only those forks manufactured between March 2008 and October 2008 with dates codes 09T8 through 42T8 are included in this recall. The date code is located on the back of the fork crown and on the lower leg. The RockShox Domain fork was installed on Transition Bottle Rocket bicycles, and may have been installed on Rocky Mountain Flatline 1, Rocky Mountain Slayer SS350, and Rocky Mountain Slayer SS396 bicycles.

Hazard

The steel steerer on the forks can crack, causing the fork to detach from the bicycle frame. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

Injuries

One incident with a minor injury has been reported. Two other incidents without injury have been reported outside of the United States.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide from March 2008 through November 2008 for between $1,600 and $3,100.

Photos

Recalled Bicycle Fork
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