CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The rear shock absorber allows the aluminum dual-suspension frame to flex severely, causing the frame to become unstable and break, posing the risk of injury to riders.
CPSC, Pacific Cycle Inc. Announce Recall of Mongoose 20-Inch Mountain Bicycles
These are Mongoose aluminum 20-inch-wheel, D-XR AL, dual-suspension mountain bicycles. They have model number "R1590WMET" written on the service sticker, located on the bottom bracket tube near the pedals. The bicycles are silver and red colored. "Mongoose" and "DXR AL" are on the frame of the bicycles. Only Mongoose 20-inch D-XR bicycles with aluminum frames are included this recall. Bicycles with steel frames are not included.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Pacific Cycle Inc. to receive a free replacement rear shock and instructions.
Contact Information
For more information, call Pacific Cycle Inc. toll-free at (877) 564-2261 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.mongoose.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Bicycle stores and department stores nationwide, from September 2003 through March 1, 2004, for about $99.
Hazard Type
Tip-Over
Injuries
Pacific Cycle Inc. has received two reports of the frames on these bicycles breaking, resulting in abrasions and bruises to the rider.
Manufacturer
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Recall Number
04113
Product Information
Product Name
Mongoose aluminum 20-inch-wheel "D-XR AL" mountain bicycles
Product Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Number of Units
About 14,000
Manufacturer Name
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Manufactured In
China