Recall of Ballistic Front Suspension Forks on Mongoose and Roadmaster Bicycles

Plain-English summary

By Us International Co. Ltd. is recalling Ballistic front suspension forks installed on Mongoose S-20 and MGX S-20 bicycles and Roadmaster Ridge Rider bicycles. The recalled forks are black with decals that read "BALLISTIC" and "105" on the sides of the suspension fork legs. The Mongoose bicycles are orange, and the Roadmaster Ridge Rider bicycles are red. Approximately 40,000 units were sold nationwide from June 1998 through June 2000 for between $125 and $150 at discount department stores, including Wal-Mart, and toy stores.

The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control and fall. There have been 26 reports of forks on these bicycles breaking, resulting in nine riders, including teenagers, suffering serious head and bodily injuries, abrasions, bruises, and chipped teeth.

Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycles and call the firm to determine if the fork on their bike is part of the recall. Consumers should have the serial number of the forks available, which is located on the inside of the suspension fork leg. Consumers with recalled forks will receive a free replacement fork and free installation. For more information, call (877) 211-3525 toll-free between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.mongoose.com.

The recalled product

Product

Ballistic front suspension forks installed on Mongoose S-20 and MGX S-20 bicycles and Roadmaster Ridge Rider bicycles

Manufacturer

By Us International Co. Ltd., of Taiwan

Category

Consumer Product — Bicycles & Accessories

Hazard

• structural-failure
• loss-of-control
• fall-injury

Affected units

40,000

Distribution

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