CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 05507
Manitou Bicycle Suspension Forks
Published November 13, 2024 · Recall initiated: November 8, 2004
What's the hazard
The top of the Manitou bicycle suspension fork, when fully compressed, may contact the front tire, resulting in a loss of control of the bicycle and presenting a fall hazard to a bicyclist.
What to do
Consumers should check the back of the lower leg portion of the fork for a decal stating, "Tire Clearance Upgrade Installed". If absent, consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact Answer to arrange for a free travel upgrade kit to be installed at no cost. Consumers should discard the old Owners' Manual and contact Answer to send a free Owners' Manual.
Recall details
- Brand
- Answer Products, Inc., of Valencia, CA
- Manufacturer
- Answer Products, Inc., of Valencia, CA
- Distributor
- Retailers and distributors sold bicycles with the affected forks from July 2004 through September 2004 for over $1,000.
- Country
- US