Rocky Mountain Bicycles Recalled by Procycle Due to Fall Injury Hazard
Rocky Mountain Bicycles
Date of Recall
2011-03-10CPSC Release Number
11-166Manufactured In
CanadaCompany Phone Number
(855) 880-9062Units
About 325Distributor
Rocky Mountain Bicycles, of CanadaManufacturer
Procycle Group, Inc., of CanadaSold By
Bicycle stores and other specialty stores nationwide and on the Web at www.backcountry.com from June 2007 through November 2010 for between $1,300 and $1,700.Problem/Hazard
The front fork steering tube can break, posing a fall injury hazard.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received four reports of injuries, including three reports of cuts and scrapes and one report of a broken wrist.Description
The recalled bicycles have Rocky Mountain Bicycle printed on the frame. Only bicycles with certain serial numbers, located on the bottom side of the bicycle, are included in this recall. The recall includes the following bicycles:| Model | Year | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Solo CX | 2008 | Gun metal gray |
| Solo CX | 2009 | White |
| Solo CX | 2010 | White |
| Solo CXD | 2008 | Gun metal gray |
| Solo CXD | 2009 | Titanium silver |
| Solo CXR | 2009 | Black |
| Metropolis SEA | 2010 | Gray |
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and contact Procycle with your serial number to determine if it is included in the recall and to arrange for a free replacement of the fork.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Procycle toll-free at (855) 880-9062 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.bikes.comRecall Comments
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