Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
USSalsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
Recalling Firm: CWI, of Taiwan
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TranslatedThe bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves all Salsa Vaya bicycle forks stamped with the batch codes 2011 02 21, 2011 04 11, 2011 06 14 and 2011 09 09 and all Salsa La Cruz bicycle forks stamped with the batch codes 2011 03 01, 2011 04 08, 2011 05 30 and 2011 09 09. The batch code is stamped on the steerer tube. The forks are made of tubular chromoly steel and can be installed on any bicycle that takes a threadless 1 1/8 inch steerer tube. They were sold individually and as original equipment on Salsa Vaya bicycles and framesets. Salsa Vaya bicycle forks are orange or dark gray. La Cruz bicycle forks are black. The manufacturer's insignia "CWI" is stamped on the steerer tube. "Salsa" is printed on the bicycle's frame.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedSalsa Bicycle Forks
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Salsa-Cycles-Recalls-Bicycle-Forks |
| Title | Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/LARGESalsa-La-Cruz-Fork.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Salsa La Cruz bicycle fork |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Salsa-Fork-Stamp-09-09LARGE.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Batch code stamped on recalled bicycle fork’s steerer tube |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/LARGESalsa-Vaya-Frameset--Charcoal.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Salsa Vaya bicycle frameset |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/LARGESalsa-Vaya-Frameset--Orange.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Salsa Vaya bicycle frameset |
| Hazards › Name | The bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard to the rider. |
| Injuries › Name | Salsa Cycles has received eight reports of forks bending above the disc brake mount. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Salsa Bicycle Forks |
| Products › Type | Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 68242 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,700 |
| Recall I D | 1397 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled Salsa Vaya and La Cruz bicycle forks and contact a Salsa dealer for a free inspection, replacement fork or a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Salsa Cycles, of Bloomington, Minn., (a wholly-owned brand of Quality Bicycle Products, Inc.) |
| Retailers › Name | Bicycle stores nationwide and on various websites from February 2011 through June 2012 for about $100 individually for La Cruz forks and on Salsa Vaya bicycles for between $1,300 and $1,600. |
| Recall Date | 2013-06-12T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves all Salsa Vaya bicycle forks stamped with the batch codes 2011 02 21, 2011 04 11, 2011 06 14 and 2011 09 09 and all Salsa La Cruz bicycle forks stamped with the batch codes 2011 03 01, 2011 04 08, 2011 05 30 and 2011 09 09. The batch code is stamped on the steerer tube. The forks are made of tubular chromoly steel and can be installed on any bicycle that takes a threadless 1 1/8 inch steerer tube. They were sold individually and as original equipment on Salsa Vaya bicycles and framesets. Salsa Vaya bicycle forks are orange or dark gray. La Cruz bicycle forks are black. The manufacturer's insignia "CWI" is stamped on the steerer tube. "Salsa" is printed on the bicycle's frame. |
| Recall Number | 13213 |
| Manufacturers › Name | CWI, of Taiwan |
| Remedy Options › 1 › Option | Replace |
| Remedy Options › 2 › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Salsa Cycles; toll-free at (877) 774-6208 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.salsacycles.com and click on the Fork Recall button for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-04-28T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Taiwan |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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