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Restraint / CrashDecember 6, 2000CPSC #01045

CPSC, DiaTech USA and Derby USA Announce Recall of Bicycles

Product
Bicycles
Units affected
5,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

These are 2000 model bicycles with the following brands and models: Brand Model Raleigh M600, M800, M8000 Diamondback Zetec Comp, X-2 Univega DS950, Alpina 700 They have ballistic spiral stop disc brakes. "DIATECH" is written on the brake.

Hazard

The disc brakes on these bicycles can stick and prevent the brake pads from returning to the proper position, when the brake lever is released. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

Injuries

DiaTech USA, the manufacturer of the brakes, and Derby USA, the importer and distributor, have received one report of a consumer who lost control of his bicycle when the brakes failed to disengage, and suffered broken ribs.

Where it was sold

  • Raleigh, Diamondback and Univega bicycle dealers nationwide sold these bicycles, from November 1999 through June 2000, for between $800 and $1,200.

Photos

DiaTech 2000 model bicycle with recalled disc brakesRecalled disc brakes on bicycle
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