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Stile Products Recalls Tern Folding Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Frames Can Crack

Reported: June 24, 2014 Initiated: June 24, 2014 #14213

Product Description

The recall involves Link Uno, Link D7i, Link D8, Link P9, Link P7i, and Link P24h models of Tern brand adult folding bikes. These six models were sold in black/blue, black/green, black/gray, black/red dark gray/light gray, gray/orange and white/pink color combinations. "Tern" is printed on the front end of the top tube and on other portions of the frame. The model name is printed on the middle of the top tube. Recalled bicycles have a 10-character alphanumeric serial number that begin with either AI1133 through AI1137 or AI1149 through AI1213 stamped on the bottom bracket shell of the bike. An alphanumeric service tag number is located on the front of the seat tube and this number can be used to determine if the bicycle is affected by going to the firm's website.

Reason for Recall

The bike's frame can crack at the hinge on the top tube, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and contact Stile Products or take the bike to an authorized dealer. Consumers will receive a free replacement frame and have it installed at no cost or they can upgrade their bike to one of three designated models at an additional cost.

Details

Units Affected
650 in the U.S. and about 20 in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves Link Uno, Link D7i, Link D8, Link P9, Link P7i, and Link P24h models of Tern brand adult folding bikes. These six models were sold in black/blue, black/green, black/gray, black/red dark gray/light gray, gray/orange and white/pink color combinations. "Tern" is printed on the front end of the top tube and on other portions of the frame. The model name is printed on the middle of the top tube. Recalled bicycles have a 10-character alphanumeric serial number that begin with either AI1133 through AI1137 or AI1149 through AI1213 stamped on the bottom bracket shell of the bike. An alphanumeric service tag number is located on the front of the seat tube and this number can be used to determine if the bicycle is affected by going to the firm's website.. Recalled by Taicang A&I Medical Appliances Co., of Jiangsu, China. Units affected: 650 in the U.S. and about 20 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The bike's frame can crack at the hinge on the top tube, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and contact Stile Products or take the bike to an authorized dealer. Consumers will receive a free replacement frame and have it installed at no cost or they can upgrade their bike to one of three designated models at an additional cost.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 24, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14213.