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Fall / CollapseMarch 7, 2024CPSC #24148

GT Recalls LaBomba Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Brand
Product
Bicycles
Units affected
3,040
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves GT Model Year 2019 through 2023 LaBomba 24" bicycles, LaBomba 26" bicycles, LaBomba Pro bicycles, LaBomba Rigid bicycles, and LaBomba 26" bicycle framesets. The bicycles and framesets were sold in sea green, green, dusty blue, blue, purple, and red. The model name LaBomba is printed on the bicycle frame top-tube. "GT" is printed on the downtube.

Hazard

The bicycle headtube/downtube weld can become damaged and separate from the bicycle frame, posing fall and injury hazards.

Injuries

The firm has received five reports of damage to the bicycle headtube/downtube weld, causing the bicycle headtube to separate from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Bicycle stores nationwide from October 2018 through September 2023 for between $400 and $1,450.

Photos

Recalled GT LaBomba 24"Recalled GT LaBomba RigidRecalled GT LaBomba Pro
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