The Recall Desk
SevereCPSC·09234·Announced 2009-06-02

REI Recalls 2005 Novara Trionfo Bicycles Due to Fork Failure

REI is recalling 2005 Novara Trionfo bicycles because the carbon fiber forks can separate from the steerer tube, causing riders to lose control and fall.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect (fork separation) that has resulted in reported injuries including a fractured clavicle, broken teeth, facial damage, and head injuries, meeting the criteria for 'Severe' severity due to significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

REI is recalling approximately 260 units of 2005 Novara Trionfo bicycles equipped with Aprebic carbon fiber forks. The bicycles are blue and white with black forks and feature the name "Novara" printed on the bars. These bicycles were sold at REI retail stores nationwide from January 2005 through August 2006 for between $720 and $1,900.

The recall is due to a defect where the fork can separate from the steerer tube. This failure can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle, posing a significant fall hazard. REI has received two reports of forks separating, resulting in riders falling. Reported injuries include a fractured clavicle, broken teeth, facial damage, and head injuries.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles. They should return the bicycles to any REI retail store for a free repair. For additional information, consumers can contact REI at (800) 426-4840 between 7 a.m. and 2 a.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.rei.com.

The recalled product

Product
2005 Novara Trionfo Bicycles
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
Affected units
260

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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