The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·02158·Announced 2002-05-09

Rocky Mountain Bicycles Recall Slayer and Edge Models Due to Chainstay Failure

Rocky Mountain Bicycles is recalling about 660 Slayer and Edge mountain bicycles because the chainstay can fail, causing the rear wheel to separate and potentially leading to a crash.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect that can cause loss of control and crashes, which fits the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported as severe or fatal, though one minor injury was reported.

Plain-English summary

Rocky Mountain Bicycles, of Delta, British Columbia, Canada, is recalling approximately 660 Slayer and Edge full-suspension mountain bicycles. The recall involves 16.5-, 18- and 19-inch models. The Slayer model is black metallic with red decals, and the Edge model is royal blue with yellow decals. Both models have "Made in Canada" printed on decals. Bicycles with the letter "S" stamped on the chainstay yoke are not involved in this recall.

The recall is being conducted because the chainstay, which holds the rear wheel in place, can fail. This failure can cause the rear wheel to separate from the bicycle, potentially causing the rider to lose control and crash. Rocky Mountain Bicycles has received one report of an incident where the rear wheel separated, resulting in the rider sustaining minor abrasions.

The bicycles were sold nationwide through specialty bicycle shops from January 2001 through February 2002. The "Edge" model sold for about $1,750 and the "Slayer" for about $2,150. Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a free repair. For more information, consumers can contact Rocky Mountain Bicycles at (800) 663-2512 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.bikes.com.

The recalled product

Product
Slayer and "Edge" Rocky Mountain Bicycles
Manufacturer
Rocky Mountain Bicycles, of Delta, British Columbia, Canada
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
Affected units
660

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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