Seattle Bike Supply Redline Bicycles recall: Fall Hazard
Seattle Bike Supply Recalls Redline Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Why was Seattle Bike Supply Redline Bicycles recalled?
The head tube can separate from the frame, causing the rider to lose control and fall. This poses a risk of serious injury.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact a local Redline bicycle dealer to receive a free frame replacement. Contact: For additional information, contact Redline Bicycles at (800) 283-2453 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.Redlinebicycles.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
- Redline D640 Bicycles
- Company
- Seattle Bike Supply of Kent, Wash.
- Quantity
- About 200
- Sold at
- Bicycle specialty stores nationwide from December 2007 to May 2010 for about $900
- Recall date
- December 9, 2010
- Incidents / injuries
- Seattle Bikes is aware of eight reports of head tubes separating from the frame, including four reports of minor scrapes and cuts.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves all 2008 Redline D640 bicycles. The bicycles were sold in black and have aluminum frames. "REDLINE" is written down the frame's tube. The model number is written on the frame's top tube.