Box Components Recalls BMX Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
What was recalled
This recall involves Box Components' carbon fiber BMX bicycle forks. The forks are black with "BOX" printed in white on the side. The model numbers are printed in white letters on the front face of fork crown. The affected models have one of the following three serial numbers printed above the crown: 140508, 140606 or 140702. The affected models include: Model Numbers Specification XE 20-inch, 10 mm XE 24-inch, 10 mm XL 20-inch, 10 mm XL 24-inch, 10 mm XS 20-inch, 10 mm
Hazard
The steer tube can become loose in the crown of the fork, posing a fall hazard.
Injuries
Box Components has received 242 reports of loosened tubes. No falls or injuries have been reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Independent bike shops and online at www.danscomp.com and www.jrbicycles.com from July 2013 through April 2015 for about $300.
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