CPSC recall · Reported September 8, 2009
Bicycle Chains and Chain Connector Links Recalled by SRAM Due to Fall Hazard
The recalled PowerLock connector links, used on bicycle chains, are brittle and can crack, allowing the chain to separate from the bicycle and posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Sram LLC, of Chicago, Ill. recalled The recall involves SRAM PowerLock connector links, which are sold individually, on 10-sp….
Bicycle Chains and Chain Connector Links Recalled by SRAM Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Sram LLC, of Chicago, Ill. in September 8, 2009. Reason: The recalled PowerLock connector links, used on bicycle chains, are brittle and can crack, allowing the chain…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerLock connectors, chains and bic…. Verify recall #09342 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Sram LLC, of Chicago, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The recalled PowerLock connector links, used on bicycle chains, are brittle and can crack, allowing the chain….
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- September 8, 2009
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09342 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.
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Product description
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.
Reason for recall
The recalled PowerLock connector links, used on bicycle chains, are brittle and can crack, allowing the chain to separate from the bicycle and posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PowerLock connectors, chains and bicycles with these connectors and contact their SRAM retailer for a free replacement PowerLock connector link.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09342 |
| Date reported | September 8, 2009 |
| Date initiated | September 8, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Sram LLC, of Chicago, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 24,000 |
| 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 the recalled PowerLock connectors, chains and bicycles with these connectors and contact …
- Check the recall number (09342) 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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