CPSC recall · Reported April 22, 2008
Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
The CPSC recalled The recalled trainers are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel….
Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 22, 2008. Reason: The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to rec…. Verify recall #08559 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users ….
- None
- agency class
- April 22, 2008
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08559 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recalled trainers are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel of a standard bike, converting the bike into a stationary trainer. The recall includes Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers (catalog # NB-TTMIF) with a looping black base with two red support arms. "Travel Trac" is printed in white on the right support arm and "Millennium" is printed in white on the left arm. "Inertial" is printed on the top of the right arm in black with a white border. The resistance unit has a rounded black plastic cover with a soft red elastomer roller. The item number is also printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual.
Reason for recall
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08559 |
| Date reported | April 22, 2008 |
| Date initiated | April 22, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 200 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund.
- Check the recall number (08559) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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