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Product Recall
Diamondback Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall or Crash Hazard
Diamondback Steilacoom RCX bicycle
2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX bicycles
Recall Date: November 8th, 2012
Type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Units: About 40
Hazards: Bicycles assembled with incorrect headset parts could cause the steerer tube to fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall or crash.
Remedies: Replace
Consumers should stop riding their bicycle and take it to an authorized Diamondback dealer to have it inspected. Bicycles found to have the incorrect headset parts will have the fork replaced and assembled with the correct headset parts at no charge.
Description
Bicycles included in the recall are the 2013 Diamondback Steilacoom RCX, which are black in color and sold in various sizes ranging from 50-cm to 59-cm. "RCX" is printed on the top tube of the bicycle. The bicycle is for use on or off-road.
Consumer Contact:
Diamondback Bicycles: (800) 222-5527 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.diamondback.com and click the Support tab to get to the recall information.Injuries:
None reported.
Manufacturers:
Universal Cycle Corp., of Guang Zhou, China
Retailers:
Online through Promotive.com and 3point5.com, as well as through authorized Diamondback retailers nationwide from August 2012 through September 2012 for between $900 and $1100.
Importers:
Diamondback Bicycles, of Kent, Wash.
