GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Fall Hazard
What was recalled
This recall involves the following GT, Giant and Trek bicycles with SR Suntour suspension forks. "SR Suntour" and the date code are printed on the back of the fork crown. Bicycles Model Years Model Name SR Giant 2011-2012 Revel 1 Revel 1W GT 2012 Avalanche 4.0 Avalanche 4.0 GTW Trek 2012 3700D 3900D Suntour Suspension Fork Date Codes CK110301 through CK110731
Hazard
The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.
Injuries
SR Suntour has received 12 reports of incidents with the suspension forks, including two injuries involving a laceration and a chipped tooth.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from April 2011 through March 2012 for between $400 and $600.
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