CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The bicycle rack's mounting bracket can crack or break. When this happens, the rack can fall onto the bicycle's front wheel, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Quality Bicycle Products Recalls Civia Bicycle Racks Due to Fall Hazard
This recall involves Civia Loring bicycle racks. They have black aluminum tubing with bamboo panels and mount to the bicycle's front fork. The word "Civia" is printed on the rack's side panels.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should remove this rack from their bicycles immediately and contact the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Quality Bicycle Products toll-free at (877) 311-7686 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://civiacycles.com/aftermarketloringfrontrackrecall/
Recall Details
Sold At
Independent bicycle stores nationwide from December 2009 through February 2011 for about $175.
Injuries
The firm has received one report of a rack mounting bracket breaking while the rider was on the bicycle, resulting in minor cuts.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
11241
Product Information
Product Name
Carrier rack for mounting over front bicycle wheel
Product Type
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
Number of Units
About 100
Imported By
Quality Bicycle Products of Bloomington, Minn.
Manufactured In
Taiwan