The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05009·Announced 2004-10-13

Giant Recalls 2004 Rainier Mountain Bicycles Due to Brake Failure Risk

Giant Bicycle Inc. is recalling about 160 2004 Rainier mountain bicycles because front brake mounting tabs can break, causing brake failure and loss of control.

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 risk-of-harm product where brake failure can cause loss of control, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Giant Bicycle Inc. is recalling approximately 160 2004 Rainier model mountain bicycles. The recall involves specific model numbers 333502, 333503, 333504, and 333505, which are blue and silver aluminum frames equipped with Marzocchi EXR Comp front forks. The names "Giant" and "Rainier" are printed on the frame. Earlier models of this bicycle are not included in the recall.

The front brake mounting tabs on these bicycles can break, which may cause the brakes to fail and result in the rider losing control of the bicycle. Giant Bicycle has received six reports of the tabs breaking, but no injuries have been reported.

These bicycles were sold at authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide from February 2004 through March 2004 for about $850. Consumers should contact Giant Bicycle to determine whether their bicycle is included in this recall. Authorized dealers who sold these bicycles will schedule an inspection and free repair. Consumers can contact Giant Bicycle at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.giantbicycle.com.

The recalled product

Product
Rainier Mountain Bicycles
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
Affected units
160

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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