CPSCOctober 25, 2006

Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Time Sport International Due

Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Time Sport International Due to Fall Hazard

Why was Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Time Sport International Due recalled?

The pedal's bearing cap can fail causing the pedal to come off the bicycle. This poses a fall hazard for riders.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled pedals immediately and contact TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL to arrange for the pedals to be inspected and, if necessary, receive a free repair. Contact: For more information, contact TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL at (800) 240-8051 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.TIMESPORTUSA.com

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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
Time RXS Titan Carbon, RXS Carbon, RXS and RXE Bicycle Pedals
Company
TIME SPORT INTERNATIONAL/ATAC 2001 Inc., of Montecito, Calif.
Quantity
About 18,000
Sold at
Bicycle stores, mail order, and online bicycle dealers nationwide from October 2004 through August 2006 for between $75 and $300.
Recall date
October 25, 2006
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received reports of eight incidents in which the pedal came off the bicycle, resulting in minor injuries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled pedals are black or gray. They are made of composite material and are mounted to either a steel or titanium pedal axle and bearing unit by using a threaded aluminum bearing cap. Pedals that have a gold dot on the underside of the pedal body just inside where the bearing cap is mounted to the pedal body are not included in this recall.

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