Norco Recalls Havoc Bicycles Due to Risk of Injury
Recall 13074 · Dec 18, 2012 · Norco
90
units affected
90
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13074
- Date
- Dec 18, 2012
- Company
- Norco
- Units affected
- 90
- Product
- 2011 Havoc Bicycles
- Product type
- Bicycles & Accessories
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves 2011 Havoc 24-inch and 26-inch bicycles. The 24-inch bicycles were sold in semi-matte grey and the 26-inch in semi-matte red. On some of the bicycles, "Norco" is printed on the firm's crest that is affixed to the head tube. Bicycle frames included in this recall have serial numbers that begin with K10DQ, K10FQ, K10IQ, K10KQ P10K, P10F or P11B. The serial number is stamped on the underside of the bottom bracket, below the word "Havoc."
What can happen
The bicycle frame can crack at the joint where the top tube meets the down tube. A cracked tube can separate and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury or death.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bike and return it an authorized Norco dealer for a replacement.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received three reports of cracked frames. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Authorized Norco dealers nationwide from November 2010 to September 2011 for about $600.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled 2011 havoc bicycles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bike and return it an authorized Norco dealer for a replacement.
What is the hazard?
The bicycle frame can crack at the joint where the top tube meets the down tube. A cracked tube can separate and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury or death.
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.