Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall
What was recalled
This recall involves 2009 TCR Advanced SL Team, SL 0, SL 1, SL 2, and SL (ISP) model bicycles and frames in silver, charcoal, blue and red. The words "Giant" and "TCR Advanced SL" are printed on the frame. Steerer tubes with "B", "N" or "P" at the end of the serial number are not included in this recall. Other "TCR" model bicycles are not included in the recall.
Hazard
The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
Injuries
Giant Bicycle has received one report of the fork cracking with no reported injuries.
Made in
Taiwan
Where it was sold
- Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2008 through December 2008 for between $3,300 and $7,500.
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