The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11038·Announced 2010-11-12

Giant Recalls 2011 Anthem X 29er Bicycles Due to Frame Crack Hazard

Giant is recalling about 370 2011 model year Anthem X 29er bicycles because the frame can crack at the seat post junction, posing a fall hazard to riders.

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 (frame crack) that poses a fall hazard to riders, which fits the rubric criterion for 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.'

Plain-English summary

Giant Bicycle Inc. is recalling about 370 2011 model year Giant Anthem X 29er 1, 2, and 3 model bicycles. The bicycles were sold in small, medium, and large sizes and were sold at authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide during August 2010 for between $2,200 and $3,500. The "Giant" brand and model name are printed on the bicycle.

The recall is due to a hazard where the frame can crack at the junction of the seat post and top tube. This defect poses a fall hazard to riders. The company has not reported any injuries associated with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.giant-bicycles.com.

The recalled product

Product
2011 Model Year Anthem Giant Bicycles
Manufacturer
Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
Affected units
370

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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