West Marine Recalls Folding Bicycles; Frames Can Break Causing Riders to Fall
Folding Bicycles
Date of Recall
2014-01-30CPSC Release Number
14-096Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 4,600Manufacturer
West Marine Products Inc., of Watsonville, Calif.Sold By
West Marine stores nationwide, online at www.westmarine.com and in the West Marine catalog from March 2010 through July 2013 for between $300 and $400.Problem/Hazard
The bicycle's frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.Injuries/Incidents
West Marine has received three reports of the bicycle's frame breaking, resulting in bruises and scrapes to a rider.Description
This recall involves two models of folding bicycles, the Jetty Express 2 and the Port Runner 2, that are designed for use in and around docks and marinas. The Jetty Express 2 has a blue and white frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Jetty Express 2 is printed on the bike's frame. The Port Runner 2 has a red frame and folds at a hinge in the middle. Port Runner 2 is printed on the bike's frame.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to West Marine for a free replacement folding bicycle.Consumer Contact
West Marine at (800) 262-8464 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.westmarine.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for additional information.Recall Comments
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