Tange EXP 120 Bicycle Forks Recalled Due to Cracking Risk
Tange is recalling 808 EXP 120 suspension forks installed on 1995 REI Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes because the fork crown may crack, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (bicycle fork separation) that the source text explicitly states could cause serious injury or death, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Tange, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 808 EXP 120 front suspension forks in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recalled forks are silver-gray and identifiable by decals on the front sides of the fork legs reading "Tange EXP 120 Suspension." These forks were sold nationwide from October 1994 through November 1995 as original equipment on 1995 REI Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes by Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) stores and mail-order catalogues.
The fork crown may crack during use, which could cause the fork to separate from the bicycle. As a result, riders could lose control of the bicycle and fall, causing serious injury or death. To date, Tange has not received any reports of injuries associated with cracked forks.
Consumers who own 1995 Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes with Tange EXP 120 forks should stop using the bicycles immediately and call REI customer service at (800) 828-5533. REI and Tange will send consumers a new Manitou suspension fork free of charge and provide information on free installation.
The recalled product
- Product
- REI Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes
- Manufacturer
- REI (Recreational Equipment Inc)
- Category
- Consumer Product — Bicycles
- Hazard
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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