Suspension Forks Recalled by Giant Bicycle
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 97-051 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- December 20, 1996
- Brand
- Giant Bicycle
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Giant Zorbers CFM-3 mountain bike suspension forks
- Hazard
- Crashes and loss of control hazard
- Hazard type
- Crashes and loss of control
- Last updated by CPSC
- December 20, 1996
What was recalled
Suspension Forks Recalled by Giant Bicycle NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles December 20, 1996 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-051 CPSC and Giant Bicycle Announce Suspension Fork Recall WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Giant Bicycle Inc. of Rancho Dominguez, Calif., is announcing a voluntary recall of 8,500 CFM-3 mountain bike suspension forks. The fork crown can separate from the legs, causing riders to lose control of the mountain bike and fall. Giant has received nine reports of alleged injuries, including cuts, bruises, and broken bones. The silver steel forks have black decals, which read "GIANT ZORBERS" on the front of the suspension fork legs. Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers sold the forks as original equipment on 1993 model year Giant ALM-1, ATX-780, and CFM-3 mountain bikes nationwide from September 1992 to June 1994 for $650 to $1,000. Giant Bicycle dealers also sold the forks as replacement parts and after-market equipment during the same time period for up to $150. Consumers who own recalled forks should stop using their bicycle immediately and take it to any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection, and if necessary, free replacement of the suspension fork. Consumers should not attempt to repair the bicycles. For more information or for the location of the nearest Giant Bicycle dealer, consumers should call (800) 874-4268.
Is my product affected?
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- Giant Zorbers CFM-3 mountain bike suspension forks
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Giant Zorbers; Giant Bicycle.
Recall history and context
Giant Bicycle appears in 8 CPSC recalls on record. See all Giant Bicycle recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Giant Zorbers CFM-3 mountain bike suspension forks. S.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Crashes and loss of control hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Follow the instructions in the official CPSC recall notice linked on this page.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on December 20, 1996. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.