CPSCDecember 13, 1999

CPSC, Royce Union Bicycles Co. Inc. Announce Recall of

CPSC, Royce Union Bicycles Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Men's Mountain Bicycles

Why was CPSC, Royce Union Bicycles Co. Inc. Announce Recall of recalled?

The frames of these bikes can break apart, causing falls and serious injuries to riders.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles, and call Royce Union for information on receiving a free replacement bicycle. Contact: For more information, call Royce Union at (888) 366-3828 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Royce Union ABT 2000 Mountain Bicycles (model no. 16368)
Company
Royce Union Bicycles Co. Inc., of Hauppauge, N.Y.
Quantity
About 3,700
Sold at
Sears stores sold these bikes nationwide, from April 1998 through September 1999, for about $300.
Recall date
December 13, 1999
Incidents / injuries
Royce Union has received four reports of the bicycle frames breaking resulting in serious head and back injuries, as well as abrasions and contusions to riders.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves ABT 2000 bikes with model number 16368. The model number is located on the bottom of the frame near the crank and pedals. The 26-inch bicycles are silver and red and have "Aluminum 2000" written on the top tube.

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