West Marine Recalls Folding Bicycles; Frames Can Break Causing Riders to Fall
What was recalled
This recall involves two models of folding bicycles, the Jetty Express 2 and the Port Runner 2, that are designed for use in and around docks and marinas. The Jetty Express 2 has a blue and white frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Jetty Express 2 is printed on the bike's frame. The Port Runner 2 has a red frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Port Runner 2 is printed on the bike's frame.
Hazard
The bicycle's frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Injuries
West Marine has received three reports of the bicycle's frame breaking, resulting in bruises and scrapes to a rider.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- West Marine stores nationwide, online at www.westmarine.com and in the West Marine catalog from March 2010 through July 2013 for between $300 and $400.
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