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Bicycles Recalled by REI Due to Fork Failure

  • Recalled Novara Trionfo Bicycle
Name of Product:
2005 Novara Trionfo Bicycles
Hazard:

The fork can separate from the steerer tube which can cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy:
Repair
Recall Date:
June 02, 2009
Units:

About 260

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact REI at (800) 426-4840 between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rei.com.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves 2005 Novara Trionfo bicycles with Aprebic carbon fiber forks. The bicycles are blue and white with black forks, and have the name "Novara" printed on the bars.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to an REI retail store a free repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received two reports of forks separating causing riders to fall. Injuries reported include a fractured clavicle, broken teeth, facial damage and head injuries.

Sold At:
REI retail stores nationwide from January 2005 through August 2006 for between $720 and $1,900.
Distributor(s):
Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), of Kent, Wash.
Manufactured In:
Taiwan
Recall number:
09-234

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