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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 05507

Manitou Bicycle Suspension Forks

Published November 8, 2004

Summary

CPSC records recall 05507, published November 8, 2004. Recalling firm: Answer Products, Inc., of Valencia, CA; Reported units: About 8,032.

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.

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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

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Questions about this recall

Was Manitou Bicycle Suspension Forks recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 05507 on November 8, 2004. Reported 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 should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Answer Products, Inc., of Valencia, CA.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)