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M2Racer LLC Recalls Bicycle Headsets for Fall Hazard

Reported: July 12, 2006 Initiated: July 12, 2006 #06564

Product Description

The headset is the component on a bicycle, which provides a interface that can rotate between the bicycle fork and the bicycle frame itself. The Conventional Headset is constructed of an anodized black alloy housing, stainless steel, and polymers. The Integrated Lite Headset is constructed of a black polymer housing and light weight alloys. The Integrated Headset weighs 29 grams; the Conventional Headset weighs 39 grams.

Reason for Recall

The headsets mount to bicycle frames and fasten to the front fork assembly. A protruding component of the headset can contact the steering tube of the front fork assembly, score or scratch the steering tube, and weaken the structural integrity of the front fork. The front fork could break, causing the handlebars to separate from the bicycle during use and result in a crash.

Remedy

Consumers should stop riding bicycles with these headsets and inspect their front fork assembly for scoring damage. M2Racer will refund the purchase price of returned headsets.

Details

Units Affected
About 150
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/M2Racer-LLC-Recalls-Bicycle-Headsets-for-Fall-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The headset is the component on a bicycle, which provides a interface that can rotate between the bicycle fork and the bicycle frame itself. The Conventional Headset is constructed of an anodized black alloy housing, stainless steel, and polymers. The Integrated Lite Headset is constructed of a black polymer housing and light weight alloys. The Integrated Headset weighs 29 grams; the Conventional Headset weighs 39 grams.. Recalled by M2Racer LLC, of Burlingame, Calif.. Units affected: About 150.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The headsets mount to bicycle frames and fasten to the front fork assembly. A protruding component of the headset can contact the steering tube of the front fork assembly, score or scratch the steering tube, and weaken the structural integrity of the front fork. The front fork could break, causing the handlebars to separate from the bicycle during use and result in a crash.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop riding bicycles with these headsets and inspect their front fork assembly for scoring damage. M2Racer will refund the purchase price of returned headsets.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 12, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06564.

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