Nashbar Recalls 2008 Travel Trac Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
Nashbar Direct Inc. is recalling 2008 Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers because springs can unhook and become projectiles, posing a puncture hazard.
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 (puncture hazard from projectile springs) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Nashbar Direct Inc. is recalling approximately 200 units of the 2008 Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers. These products are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel of a standard bike, converting it into a stationary trainer. The recalled units feature a looping black base with two red support arms, with "Travel Trac" printed in white on the right arm and "Millennium" on the left. The resistance unit has a rounded black plastic cover with a soft red elastomer roller.
The recall is due to a puncture hazard. The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a risk of injury to users or bystanders. Nashbar has received three reports of springs releasing from the bike trainers, but no injuries have been reported.
The trainers were sold through Nashbar's website and catalogs from January 2008 through February 2008 for about $330. Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Nashbar at (877) 688-8600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.nashbar.com or email [email protected].
The recalled product
- Product
- 2008 Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers
- Manufacturer
- Nashbar Direct Inc., of Canfield, Ohio
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 200
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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