CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The plastic scuff guard underneath the front of the seat, which secures the seat rails, may crack or break, causing the rider to lose control and/or fall, resulting in a serious injury.
CPSC, Selle Royal/fi'zi:k Announce Recall of Bicycle Seats
The recall involves Selle Royal/fi'zi:k [cp] pavé bicycle seat part number 7403SXS 03 9072 with a manufacture date of 10/03. The bicycle seat is an original equipment (OEM) seat installed on 2004 model year Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) brand Novara Express bicycles. The bicycle seat has a clear plastic base with "fi'zi:k", "made in Italy" and a date code dial printed on the base.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact their local REI stores for a replacement seat, at no cost to the consumer.
Contact Information
Contact REI toll-free at (800) 426-4840 between 4 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT Monday through Sunday for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
REI stores nationwide sold bicycles with the affected seats, from March 2004 through September 2004, for about $900.
Injuries
Three reports of the seat breaking. One injury reported, causing the rider to sustain a mild concussion.
Manufacturer
Selle Royal/fi'zi:k, of Pozzoleone, Italy
Recall Number
05530
Product Information
Product Name
Bicycle Seats
Product Type
Bicycles & Accessories
Number of Units
About 257
Manufacturer Name
Selle Royal/fi'zi:k, of Pozzoleone, Italy
Manufactured In
Italy