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Product Recall
GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Fall Hazard
Recalled suspension fork
GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks
Recall Date: April 12th, 2012
Type: Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Units: About 17,000
Hazards: The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should stop using bicycles with these forks immediately and return the bicycles to any authorized GT, Giant or Trek dealer for a free repair.
Description
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. BicyclesModel YearsModel NameSR Suntour Suspension ForkDate Codes Giant 2011-2012 Revel 1Revel 1W CK110301throughCK110731 GT 2012 Avalanche 4.0Avalanche 4.0 GTW Trek 2012 3700D3900D
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, please contact SR Suntour toll-free at (855) 205-2453 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.srsuntour-cycling.comInjuries:
SR Suntour has received 12 reports of incidents with the suspension forks, including two injuries involving a laceration and a chipped tooth.
Manufacturers:
SR Suntour, of Taiwan and Vancouver, Wash.
Retailers:
Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from April 2011 through March 2012 for between $400 and $600.
