The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·15211·Announced 2015-08-11

Breezer Recalls Downtown Bicycles Due to Pedal Separation Crash Hazard

Breezer is recalling about 1,700 Downtown bicycles because pedals can separate from the spindle, posing a crash hazard. No injuries have been reported.

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 (bicycle) where a crash hazard exists due to pedal separation, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Sports International is recalling approximately 1,700 Breezer Downtown bicycles, including models Downtown 3, Downtown 3-ST, Downtown 8, Downtown 8-ST, Downtown EX, and Downtown EX-ST. The bicycles were sold nationwide through authorized Breezer dealers from July 2014 through May 2015 for approximately $450 to $650. The main frame is made of steel, and the wheel sets are aluminum.

The recall is due to a hazard where the bicycle pedal can separate from the spindle (axle) during use. This separation can cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard. The firm has received 12 reports of pedals separating from the spindle, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the affected bicycles and return them to a Breezer dealer for a free pedal replacement. For more information, consumers can contact Advanced Sports International toll-free at (888) 286-6263 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.breezerbikes.com and select "Recall Notices" from the homepage.

The recalled product

Product
Breezer Downtown Bicycles
Manufacturer
Advanced Sports International, of Philadelphia, Pa.
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycles
Hazard
Affected units
1,700

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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