Bicycles Recalled by Nirve Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard
Recall 09314 · Aug 19, 2009 · Nirve Sports Ltd.
120
units affected
120
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09314
- Date
- Aug 19, 2009
- Company
- Nirve Sports Ltd.
- Units affected
- 120
- Product
- Cannibal Bicycles
- Product type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves Cannibal "Chopper" model bicycles with graphic designs by artist Corey Miller. The bicycles have a black matte finish. The affected bicycles have a serial number within the following range: L8E0300001 - L8E1001050. Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the bicycle between the pedals.
What can happen
The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and return them to the place of purchase for free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Nirve Sports has received two reports of cracked stems. In both cases, the cracks occurred during assembly of the bicycle. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Nirve Sports and authorized dealers nationwide from December 2008 through April 2009 for about $600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled cannibal bicycles?
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and return them to the place of purchase for free repair.
What is the hazard?
The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.