CPSC, Pacific Cycle Inc. Announce Recall of Mongoose 20-Inch Mountain Bicycles
What was recalled
These are Mongoose aluminum 20-inch-wheel, D-XR AL, dual-suspension mountain bicycles. They have model number "R1590WMET" written on the service sticker, located on the bottom bracket tube near the pedals. The bicycles are silver and red colored. "Mongoose" and "DXR AL" are on the frame of the bicycles. Only Mongoose 20-inch D-XR bicycles with aluminum frames are included this recall. Bicycles with steel frames are not included.
Hazard
The rear shock absorber allows the aluminum dual-suspension frame to flex severely, causing the frame to become unstable and break, posing the risk of injury to riders.
Injuries
Pacific Cycle Inc. has received two reports of the frames on these bicycles breaking, resulting in abrasions and bruises to the rider.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Bicycle stores and department stores nationwide, from September 2003 through March 1, 2004, for about $99.
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