August
14, 2001
BikeE
Corp., of Corvallis, Ore., is voluntarily recalling 1,400 suspension forks on
FX and RX model recumbent bicycles. The link pins in the forks can fall out,
causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall, and possibly suffer serious
injuries. BikeE Corp. has received two reports of pins falling out of forks,
resulting in two minor injuries to riders.
The recalled forks were used on the front suspension of the BikeE FX models and
on the full suspension of the RX models. The 2000 and 2001 model year bicycles
can be identified by a serial number located below the crank bottom bracket on
the frame.
Model
Name FX and
RX
Serial
Number Identification Starts with "F" and is followed by five digits or starts with
"B" followed by one character and six digits. Examples: F1111 or
BF111111 or BR22222F
The recalled bicycles have a lowered seating position and foot pedals right
below the handle bars, allowing riders to sit in a horizontal riding position. BikeE
authorized dealers sold the bicycles from December 1999 through August 2001 for
between $1,500 and $1,750.
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and return them to
the nearest BikeE authorized dealer for a free repair. Consumers can call BikeE
toll-free at (800) 231-3136 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday
or visit the company's website at www.bikee.com/recall.