Bicycle Chains and Chain Connector Links Recalled by SRAM Due to Fall Hazard

Recall at a glance

What was recalled

The recall involves SRAM PowerLock connector links, which are sold individually, on 10-speed bicycle chains and as original equipment on some bicycles. The recalled PowerLock connector links are identified by a date code of M or N, which is located on the side of the PowerLock connector link. 10-speed SRAM chains that were equipped with recalled PowerLock connector links include the following chain model numbers: PC-1030, PC-1050, PC-1070, PC-1090 and PC-1090R. The recalled chains were also installed on some Guru, Surly, Salsa, BMC, Serotta, Seven, and Ridley brand complete bicycles. The individual PowerLock connectors and bike chains with these connectors were sold from January 2009 through August 2009; bicycles with affected chains were sold from April 2009 through August 2009.

Is my product affected?

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• 10-Speed SRAM Bicycle Chains with PowerLock connector links · About 24,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Specialty bicycle retailer stores nationwide from January 2009 through August 2009. PowerLock connector links were sold separately for about $5 or as part of 10-speed chains for between $35 and $85.; SRAM LLC, of Chicago, Ill..

Injuries or incidents reported

One incident has been reported in the United States and three outside. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact SRAM at (800) 346-2928 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday CT or visit the firm's Web site at www.sram.com

Recall history and context

SRAM appears in 13 CPSC recalls on record. See all SRAM recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

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