Bicyclists in California must be aware of at
least 2 recalls that were initiated recently. In both of these recalls, the bicycles come with a potential
fall hazard that could injure the bicyclist.
The first recall is being initiated by
California-based Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. of Morgan Hill. Approximately 12,000 bicycles are
included in this recall. All of
these bicycles were manufactured in China.
According to the company, the defect involves
the front fork which is prone to breakage. When the front fork breaks, the bicyclist has a serious risk
of falling off the cycle and being injured. The company is aware of 4 reports in which bicyclists were
injured after they fell off the bicycle.
Some of those injuries were serious like head injuries and shoulder
fractures. You can check to see if
your bicycle is included in this recall by visiting the company's website.
The 2nd recall involves more than 60,000
bicycles that were distributed by Meijer Inc.. In this case, the pedal can become loose or detach from the
bicycle, again throwing the bicyclist off with great force. The company has received 29 reports of
incidents in which the pedal came off the bicycle while the bicycle was in
operation, throwing the person off.
In at least 16 cases, the bicyclist suffered minor injuries.
California bicycle accident attorneys advise all
owners of these bicycles to stop using them immediately. In the case of the Meijer recall, the
owners of the bicycle can return the bicycle to any store for a free
replacement bicycle. In the case
of the Specialized Bicycle recall, owners can visit the nearest dealer for a
free installation of a replacement fork.
