Bicycles Recalled by Nirve Sports
Bicycles Recalled by Nirve Sports; Stem Failure Poses Fall Hazard
Why was Bicycles Recalled by Nirve Sports recalled?
The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and return them to the place of purchase for free repair. Contact: For additional information, contact Nirve Sports toll-free at (888) 296-4783 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.nirve.com
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
- Cannibal Bicycles
- Company
- Nirve Sports Ltd., of Huntington Beach, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 120
- Sold at
- Nirve Sports and authorized dealers nationwide from December 2008 through April 2009 for about $600.
- Recall date
- August 19, 2009
- Incidents / injuries
- 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.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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.