SR Suntour · Recalled
GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Forks Recalled by SR Suntour Due to Fall Hazard
The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.
- Units
- About 17,000
- Reports
- 12
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $400–$600
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
This recall involves the following GT, Giant and Trek bicycles with SR Suntour suspension forks. "SR Suntour" and the date code are printed on the back of the fork crown. Bicycles Model Years Model Name SR Giant 2011-2012 Revel 1 Revel 1W GT 2012 Avalanche 4.0 Avalanche 4.0 GTW Trek 2012 3700D 3900D Suntour Suspension Fork Date Codes CK110301 through CK110731
The file
- Sold at
- Specialty bicycle stores nationwide from April 2011 through March 2012 for between $400 and $600.
- Product type
- Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- SR Suntour, of Taiwan and Vancouver, Wash.
Incident log
SR Suntour has received 12 reports of incidents with the suspension forks, including two injuries involving a laceration and a chipped tooth.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using bicycles with these forks immediately and return the bicycles to any authorized GT, Giant or Trek dealer for a free repair.
For additional information, please contact SR Suntour toll-free at (855) 205-2453 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.srsuntour-cycling.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated APR 12 2012; last revised APR 18 2016.