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CPSC, Nashbar Direct Announce Recall Bicycle Resistance Trainers for Repair

Reported: March 7, 2006 Initiated: March 7, 2006 #06533

Product Description

The Nashbar Watt Master and 2006 Fluid trainers are metallic gray with graphic Nashbar "N" decals running vertically along the rear face of the right rear support leg. The recalled item number is printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual. The following are the recalled models: Trainer Models Item Number Nashbar Watt Master Fluid NB-WMF5 Nashbar Watt Master Magnetic NB-WM5 Nashbar 2006 Fluid Adjustable NB-FTA5 Nashbar 2006 Fluid NB-FT5 Nashbar 2006 Fluid/HRM NB-FT5H

Reason for Recall

The base of the trainer has a blocking mechanism that can break, causing the bicycle to disengage from the stand, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the bicycle trainers immediately until repaired.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Nashbar Watt Master and 2006 Fluid trainers are metallic gray with graphic Nashbar "N" decals running vertically along the rear face of the right rear support leg. The recalled item number is printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual. The following are the recalled models: Trainer Models Item Number Nashbar Watt Master Fluid NB-WMF5 Nashbar Watt Master Magnetic NB-WM5 Nashbar 2006 Fluid Adjustable NB-FTA5 Nashbar 2006 Fluid NB-FT5 Nashbar 2006 Fluid/HRM NB-FT5H. Units affected: About 2,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The base of the trainer has a blocking mechanism that can break, causing the bicycle to disengage from the stand, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the bicycle trainers immediately until repaired.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 7, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06533.