CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The bicycle headtube/downtube weld can become damaged and separate from the bicycle frame, posing fall and injury hazards.
In Conjunction with
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/gt-labomba-bicycles-and-framesets-recalled-due-fall-hazard
In Conjunction with
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/gt-labomba-bicycles-and-framesets-recalled-due-fall-hazard
GT Recalls LaBomba Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
This recall involves GT Model Year 2019 through 2023 LaBomba 24" bicycles, LaBomba 26" bicycles, LaBomba Pro bicycles, LaBomba Rigid bicycles, and LaBomba 26" bicycle framesets. The bicycles and framesets were sold in sea green, green, dusty blue, blue, purple, and red. The model name LaBomba is printed on the bicycle frame top-tube. "GT" is printed on the downtube.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact an authorized GT dealer for a free replacement frame.
Contact Information
GT at 800-843-2453 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET and Monday through Friday, email at ridersupport@gtbicycles.com or online at www.gtbicycles.com/pages/recalls-safety or www.gtbicycles.com and click on "Recalls & Safety" for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Bicycle stores nationwide from October 2018 through September 2023 for between $400 and $1,450.
Injuries
The firm has received five reports of damage to the bicycle headtube/downtube weld, causing the bicycle headtube to separate from the bicycle frame. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
24148
Product Information
Product Name
GT LaBomba bicycles
Number of Units
About 3,040 (In addition, about 324 were sold in Canada)
Imported By
GT Bicycles LLC, of Aliso Viejo, California
Manufactured In
Taiwan