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Norco Bicycle Frames
- Starting date:
- May 1, 2009
- Posting date:
- May 1, 2009
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Sports/Fitness
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-500002013
Affected products
Norco Bicycle Frames
Product description
This recall involves several models of Norco bicycle frames. All colours are included in this recall. The recalled model names and years are:
- 2007 Team DH
- 2008 Team DH
- 2008 Aline Park
- 2008 Aline
- 2008 Atomik
- 2008 Shore 1, 2, 3
- 2009 Atomik (without gussets)
The model name is printed on a decal on the top tube of the bike frame.
Hazard identified
The bicycle frame can crack and separate, posing a risk of falling and injuries to the rider.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these bicycles.
Number sold
Approximately 1,800 of the recalled products were sold at various bicycle stores across Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled products were sold from September 2006 to February 2009.
Place of origin
Manufactured in Taiwan.
Companies
- Manufacturer
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Norco Performance Bikes
Port Coquitlam
British Columbia
CANADA
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What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle frame and contact a local Norco dealer or Norco directly for information on frame repair.
For more information, consumers may contact a local Norco dealer or call Norco at 1-800-663-8916 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site, or by e-mail at recall@norco.com.